Odisha Tourism The Department of Tourism & Culture (Tourism) under the Government of Odisha, India came into being on 30th December, 1995.
The Tourism Wing of this Department is looked after by the Directorate of Tourism. There are 36 Tourist
Offices (33 inside the state of Orissa and 3 outside), 6 Tourist Counters (3 inside the state and 3 outside) and 38 Tourist lodges for assisting tourists. A Public Sector undertaking namely, Orissa Tourism Development Corporation Ltd. under the administrative control of the Department of Tourism
06/12/2014
Odisha Tourism is going to celebrate Mukteswar Dance Festival from 14th to 16th January 2014 at Mukteswar Temple Premises, Bhubaneswar and Rajarani Music Festival from 18th to 20th January 2014 at Rajarani Premises, Bhubaneswar
The Dhauli Kalinga Mahotsava is up next!! The foothills of Dhauli host this unique confluence of renowned dancers and martial arts experts that aims at preserving promoting ad popularising our heritage at the national and international level. From Kathak to Kalaripayattu, from Santali Danta to Bharatnatyam-the event present the best of skill and talent. Venue: Foothills of Dhauli, Shanti Vihar
Time: 6.30 pm onwards
06/12/2012
The last day of the I nternational Sand Art Festival showcased some fine sand sculptures made by the Indian and foreign participants. The artists worked and reworked on crumbling structures to wrest out these beautiful creations for the audience.
06/12/2012
Benjamin Probanza from Mexico says " Don't Panic" to all who are worried about "Doomsday". His creation shows the cycle of life-birth, life and death.
06/12/2012
Etual Ojeda from Spain sends out the message of oneness and harmony through his creation at the International Sand Art Festival 2012
06/12/2012
A creation by French sand artist Benoit Dutherage
28/11/2012
28/11/2012
Love beaches??? Konark's calling out to you!!! Konark Dance Festival and International Sand Art Festival 2012 begin on December 1,2012. Be there to watch the finest artists of the world put up the greatest show of dance, music and sand art. Tickets available at your nearest tourist office. For those based in Bhubaneswar, contact Panthanivas now!!
Gotipua Festival 2012 live on TV and web now!!! Tune into DD Bharati or log onto www.odishatourism.gov.in to enjoy this unique dance form now.
11/11/2012
Gundicha Ghai is a charming little waterfall of about 50 feet in height on the river Mudala. The lush green surroundings make the place an ideal picnic spot.
Excitement is building up as the International Sand Art Festival is closing in!!!
Selection Committee finalises the 30 participants for this year's festival. Watch maestros from the USA, Japan, Singapore etc take on our very own Sand Magician Sudarshan Pattanaik at Chandrabhaga from December 1st to 5th.
Be there to cheer for our brand ambassador!!!
30/10/2012
Odisha Tourism brings to you "Gotipua Festival". Believed to be the pre-cursor of the graceful Odissi, this dance form is an interesting display of dance, acrobatics and expressions by young boys dressed as girls. Come and be a part of this celebration at Rabindra Mandap from November 15 to 17, 2012 every evening 6.30 pm onwards..
| Monday | 10am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 10am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 10am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 5pm |
| Friday | 10am - 5pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |
| Sunday | 9am - 5pm |