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If you are arriving in the months of March to May (Summer): The weather is extremely hot, between 40-50 degrees. All rooms are currently equipped with fans. In Bhubaneswar, some of the rooms are equipped with air conditioners. For clothing, pack light clothing, cotton or linen are advised.

If you are arriving in the months of June to October (Monsoon): The weather is hot and humid with rain almost every day. Bring a sturdy raincoat or in any case, you can get an umbrella in Bhubaneswar. Temperature is still between 30 - 35 degrees but it’s bearable.

If you are arriving in the months of November to February (Winter): The temperature still remains warm but calm, above 20 degrees. It may get cold at nights but generally the temperature will not drop below 15 degrees. Sometimes it comes to 5 degrees in the western part of the state.

Bhubaneswar is one of the famed cities of Odisha; it is the capital of the state. The city is among one of the oldest cities of India, finding its origin around the 2nd century B.C during the Chedi dynasty. Bhubaneswar got its name from Tribhubaneswar meaning Lord Shiva. Since the establishment of the city, Bhubaneswar has been known by different names; Toshali, Nagar Kalinga, Kalinga Nagar, Ekamra Kanan, Mandira Malini Nagar are a few. The City of Temples is the largest city in Odisha, serving to be one of the centres of religious and economic importance in Eastern India. Bhubaneswar has a long line of history and it dates back to the 1st and 2nd century. Before the modern city emerged, the old city was of vital importance. The various historical monuments in and around the city are evidence of that. The first mention of the city was made during the Kalinga war. Other than Hindu temples, there are Jain and Buddhist temples carved during Ashokan rule around the city, which proves the importance of the city during different era. Repeatedly the city testifies its importance in history during the 7th to 11th centuries. Many empires have built temples in this city dedicated to various deities of the Hindu gods. Later in 1936, Cuttack became Odisha’s capital. However in 1947 due to vulnerability to flood; Cuttack no longer remained the capital of the state, instead Bhubaneswar gained the title and remains so.

Tourism plays an integral part of Odisha. Bhubaneswar has a cluster of places to be visited. Every year millions of people from the country and outside the country visit the various sightseeing places in Bhubaneswar. Some of these notable places include the Old town, Lingaraj temple, Bindu Sarovar, Khandagiri and Udaygiri, Dhauli Giri, Nandankanan zoo, Mukteshwar temple, Odisha state museum and many more. Each place has its own specialty and its own history, which is quite interesting for tourists to learn. They also form an integral part of the culture and history of Bhubaneswar and Odisha. A generally peaceful city, Bhubaneswar is one of the greenest cities. If you are planning to visit the city, then October to March is best time to do so.

Temple city of India, Bhubaneswar had over one thousand temples. An architectural legacy this place has some great attractions that can invoke the inner austerity of a person. From Lord Vishnu to Lord Shiva, Bhubaneswar testifies the various temples located here. Some of the notable temples worth visiting are: Aisanyesvara Shiva Temple; Akhadachandi Temple; Ananta Vasudeva Temple; Astasambhu Temple;Bharati Matha; Bhringesvara Siva Temple; Brahma Temple, Bindusagar; Brahmeswara Temple; Lingaraja Temple; Madneswar Shiva Temple; Mangalesvara Shiva Temple; Mukteshwara Temple; Nagesvara Temple; Pabaneswara Temple; Rajarani Temple; Vaital Deula; Yameshwar Temple.

There are thousand other temples and shrines located in this city. Any traveler looking for a religious tour can visit all of them. While there are some temples, which cannot be missed even if the travel is short and meant for a casual outing. Other than temples this city offers many other types of sightseeing places to see. These places too contribute in the making of Bhubaneswar's culture.

Bhubaneswar offers a choice of food for all foodies. Seafood being the specialty of the city, there are other epicurean delights available. Rice and fish curry is the staple food here and they are available in different variations. Lobsters and crabs are found in abundance here, which makes this place a seafood paradise for tourists. Street food is another specialty of this place. Food items like Gupchup, Cuttack chat, Bara Ghugni are quite famous among local people as well as everyday tourists. Another traditional recipe known as Dahi Pakhalis eating during the summers for taste and health during the hot summers. Equally, for vegetarians, this place is a food delight. While visiting Bhubaneswar, items like kora-khaii, pitha must be tasted. Sweets are an integral part of Bhubaneswarites diet; here a lot of tasty, sweet delight waits for all.