ODISHA STATE, INDIA
Odisha, it is an amazing state located in the east of India, on the coast of the Bay of Bengal.
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WHY I WANT TO GO TO ODISHA
It's unique delicacies
Did you know that the dishes are significantly different in various regions of India?
example is, in the North, a wide variety of dairy products are used in cooking, and curries are thicker and creamier, thanks to the addition of yogurt. Nice tandoor dishes such as tandoori chicken and chana masala are widespread in the region.
Fish and seafood dishes exist in many of the western states of India due to their seaside location. I also love the fact that the add coconut milk which gives a special aroma and flavour to their food.
South India offers a large variety of dishes such as dosa rice pancakes stuffed with vegetables. A wide variety of spices are used in to prepare South Indian dishes.
In the north-east of India, dishes surprisingly comprises of ungency and blandness, aroma and piquancy; rice and green vegetables are important attributes of these dishes.
East India(Odisha) is famous for its desserts, and many dishes in the region have a sweet flavour.
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Surrounding's:
There are many amazing places in Odisha;
The state is famous for its temple complexes - primarily such as Konark and Bhubaneswar. I wish to visit here, because of the Temple of the Sun which is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Location of Konark sun temple on the map
Image SourceThe Bhitarkanika National Park is the second largest ecosystem in India. Bhitarkanika is home to the country's largest endangered saltwater crocodile community. Another thing that gets my attention is the amazing pear-shaped lake Chilika, which contains a wide range of flora and fauna. Location of Bhitarkanika National Park on the map
Odisha State museumLocation of Odisha State museum on the map
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4.Odisha State maritime museumLocation of Odisha State maritime museum on the map
Cultural heritage:
Generally, India is known as a country of dancing with eight recognized classical dance forms. The characteristic features of such a classical dance as Bharatanatyam, which originated in the south of India (Tamil Nadu) and had a sacred meaning, are symbolic mudras and symmetrical stances, also, the Kuchipudi dance from Andhra Pradesh is distinguished by its dynamism and narrates the plots of ancient Indian epics.
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Odisha has everything to offer, from wildlife , beaches, sanctuaries , art monuments to vibrant festivals. I will also love to see the Kathakali dance, which is traditionally performed only by men and where the bright makeup of the dancers plays a key role.
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The spiritual meaning and sculptural poses of the Odissi dance explains its religious origins in the temples of Odisha. Intricate pirouettes that tell gripping stories from the past are the hallmark of the Kathak dance, a heritage of North India.
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I will also love to see, the Manipuri dance (Manipur), the legends of Vishnuism, primarily the story of the love of Krishna and Radha, and the Mohini-attam dance from Kerala state bewitches with its incredible plasticity.
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My favorite thing to do is wandering around and feeling some history and culture. Odisha has a lot of history and amazing culture.
Sure, I am a foodie and never miss the local gourmet food.😊 Odisha in India, is famous all over the world for its cuisine, its variety and richness of tastes.
Because I will discover vibrant and authentic of India in this state. I will be excited to see the country in all its diversity.