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Bhubaneshwar city tour in a private car with professional guide 20% OFF
Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
$121.60
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Overview
Bhubaneswar City Tour offers an in-depth look at the magnificent temples of Lingaraj, Mukteshwar, and Rajarani, alongside the historic Dhauli site, where Emperor Ashoka embraced Buddhism in 260 BC. This journey also highlights the exquisite carvings at the Buddhist caves of Khandagiri and Udayagiri.
- 🏛️ Visit the impressive Lingaraj Temple, known for its stunning Kalinga-style architecture and dedicated to Harihara, a combined form of Vishnu and Shiva.
- 🧘 Explore Mukteshwar Temple, a significant 10th-century landmark famous for its beautiful carvings and exquisite sculptural work dedicated to Lord Shiva.
- 📜 Discover the historical importance of Dhauli, the site of the ancient battle in 260 BC where Ashoka converted to Buddhism, featuring his edicts embossed on rocks.
- 🗿 Marvel at the intricate carvings in the Khandagiri and Udayagiri caves, built during the reign of King Kharavela in the second century BC as retreats for Jain ascetics.
- 🍽️ Enjoy a delicious lunch included in the tour, ensuring you stay energized throughout your journey.
- 🚗 Benefit from hotel pickup and drop-off service, making your travel experience convenient and hassle-free.
- 🧑🏫 Engage with a professional English-speaking guide who will provide insightful commentary throughout the tour.
- 💧 Refresh yourself with drinks included in the package, perfect for staying hydrated during your exploration.
- 🗺️ Public transportation options are available nearby, adding flexibility to your travel arrangements.
- ♿ Wheelchair accessible, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this cultural adventure comfortably.
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Bhubaneshwar city tour in a private car with professional guide
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 8 hours
- Lunch
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Drinks
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Lingaraja TempleLingaraj temple is the most famous temple of Bhubaneshwar. Built in Kalinga style and made of sandstone and laterite, it is dedicated to Harihara, a combined form of Vishnu and Shiva. The temple was built in 11th century CE by King Yayati Keshari of Somavanshi dynasty.
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Rajarani TempleRaja Rani temple is a temple constructed in the 11th century from reddish and yellow sandstone. This material was called Rajarani in the local dialect and hence the temple got its name. The temple is famous for its unique sculptures of women. Women are in poses performing Odissi the traditional dance form as well as in every day life moments
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Mukteshwar is a 10th century temple built by the Somavamsi dynasty. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva and famous for its beautiful carvings and exquisite sculptural work.
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Dhauli Peace PagodaOur next destination is Dhauli. This is the venue of the ancient battle which was fought in 260 BC. Emperor Ashoka, the great Mauryan King won the battle but upon seeing the bloodbath had a change of heart. He became a propagator of peace and had a big role in the spread of Buddhism in India. We will get to see edicts of Ashoka embossed on rocks using the ancient Brahmi script and Prakrit language. The rock cut Elephant sculpture is one of the oldest in India.
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Dhauligiri Shanti StupaAnother highlight of Dhauli is the Shanti Stupa or Peace Pagoda. The current structure was built by an Indo-Japanese collaboration in 1972 by the Japan Buddha Sangh and the Kalinga Nippon Buddha Sangh.
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Khandagiri CavesKhandagiri & Udayagiri caves are dwelling retreats or cells of ancient Jain ascetics. These were built in the second century BC during the reign of King Kharavela of the Kalinga Kingdom. At the top there is a 18th century Jain temple as well.
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Udayagiri CavesUdayagiri caves have a number of finely and ornate carvings built during the 1st century BCE. It is believed that most of these caves were carved out as residential blocks for Jaina monks during the reign of King Kharavela. Udayagiri means "Sunrise Hill" and has 18 caves
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Bhubaneshwar city tour in a private car with professional guide 20% OFF
Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
$121.60
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