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Cuttack

Cuttack,Orissa

Cuttack

Religious Places

Dhableshwar Temple (35 km from Bhubaneshwar):- This temple is located in the islands of Mahandai River. A pillar less hanging bridge connects this temple to the mainland.

Chhatia (30 km from Bhubaneshwar):- Chhatia is an unique representation of the present and the past. While the temple of lord Jagannath represents the modern architecture of Orissa, the Amravati- Kataka is the site of five significant forts of Chadaganga Deva, one of the rulers of Orissa who was involved in the construction of the famous Jagannath temple of Puri.

Niali - Madhava (45 km from Bhubaneshwar):- Niali is known for the temple of lord Sovaneshwar and it is known for its sculptors. Madhava is known for the image of lord Madhava the other name for Lord Jagannath. Madhava is at a distance of 8 km from Niali, this picturesque village is an ideal picnic spot.

Jajpur (95 Kms):- Jajpur is famous for the shrine of deity Viraja, the other name for Goddess Durga. Located on the banks of river Baitarini it is also called Vaitarini Tirtha.

Kendrapara (65 km):- Kendrapara has the temple of lord Baldev, and attract millions of devotees during the Rath Yatra. It is called the Tulasi Tirtha.

The Buddhist sites:-
Naraj (15 km):- Naraj was once known for Buddhist culture and learning. This picturesque location is also a popular picnic destination.

Ratnagiri & Lalitgiri (55 km) :- Ratnagiri and Lalitgiri now in its ruins were the site of Buddhist monastery once. The images of Buddha and the carvings on the doors are the prime attractions.

The Gurdwaras:-

The Gurudwara Dattan Sahib:- It is one of the important shrines of Sikhs. It is believed that this Gurudwara got its name from the tree whose sticks were used by the first Guru of Sikhs, Guru Nanak Dev for cleaning his teeth while his visit to Cuttack. The tree is still believed to be flourishing.

The mosques:-
Qadam� e- Rasool:- This mosque meaning the foot of the god has the footmarks of Prophet Mohammed engraved in a stone. This mosque built by Shijauddin Khan is known for its marvelous architecture.

Juma Masjid:- This masjid reminds us about the rule of the mighty Mughals in Cuttack. This beautiful mosque is known for its domes and pillars.

Historical site Choudwar (10 km) :- This small city of Choudwar was once the capital of Virat, the brother-in-law of Pandavas. It is one of the main centres of Shiva Worshipping in India.

Chandikhol (40 kms):- Chandikhol is an ideal picnic spots amidst the woods with a perennial river. The Mahavinayaka shrine for Lord Ganesha is one of the attractions apart from the ashram of Baba Vhairavananda.
Barabati Fort:- The fort around which the historic city of Cuttack revolves today is now in its ruins. This fort narrates the glorified past of this majestic city.


Location
Cuttack,Orissa

More info on the city

Cuttack is one of the oldest cities of India. Cuttack served as the capital of Orissa for more than nine centuries. At present, Cuttack is considered as the commercial capital of Orissa and is also among the busiest cities of Orissa. Around 30 km away from Bhubaneswar, Cuttack is situated at the highest point of delta formed by River Mahanadi and Kathjuri river.


                          			  
                          

  
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