Exploring Nayagarh, Odisha

Day 1: Cultural Immersion

Nayagarh, Odisha

8:00AM

Breakfast at a Local Cafe

Start your day with a traditional Odia breakfast at a local cafe, enjoying items like dalma (a lentil and vegetable stew) and chakuli pitha (rice pancakes).
Head to a nearby cafe recommended by locals or your accommodation.
£5, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Sarankul Temple

Explore the stunning Sarankul Temple, known for its architectural beauty and religious significance. Take in the peaceful atmosphere and intricate carvings.
It's a short drive from Nayagarh Town to Sarankul Temple.
£2, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Indulge in a traditional Odia thali for lunch, featuring delicacies like machha besara (fish cooked in mustard gravy) and pakhala (fermented rice).
Ask locals for the best Odia cuisine restaurant in the area.
£8, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Kuanria Dam

Spend the afternoon at Kuanria Dam, enjoying the serene views of the reservoir and surrounding greenery. You can also indulge in some birdwatching here.
Kuanria Dam is a short drive from Nayagarh Town.
£1, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at a Local Dhaba

End your day with a hearty dinner at a local dhaba, savouring dishes like chicken curry and tandoori roti.
Dhabas are popular roadside eateries in India, offering authentic and affordable meals.
£6, 1 hour
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Day 2: Village Exploration

Nayagarh, Odisha

8:00AM

Breakfast at Homestay

Enjoy a breakfast spread prepared by your homestay hosts, featuring homemade puris, alu bhaja (spiced potatoes), and fresh fruit.
Have breakfast at your accommodation in one of the quaint villages near Nayagarh.
£7, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Nuapatna Weaving Village

Discover the art of handloom weaving at Nuapatna village, where you can observe weavers creating intricate ikat patterns on sarees and fabrics.
Take a short drive to Nuapatna village from your accommodation.
£3, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at a Local Household

Experience authentic Odia hospitality by having a traditional lunch cooked by a local family, including dishes like badi chura (fried lentil balls) and aloo posto (potato cooked in poppy seed gravy).
Arrange a lunch experience through a local guide or community tourism initiative.
£10, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Nuagaon Tribal Village

Immerse yourself in the culture of the indigenous tribes of Odisha by visiting Nuagaon village, where you can interact with locals, witness their traditional dances, and learn about their way of life.
Nuagaon village is a short drive from Nuapatna.
£2, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Homestay

Enjoy a wholesome dinner prepared by your homestay hosts, featuring specialties like chingudi (prawn) curry and bhendi bhaja (okra fry).
Relax and dine at your homestay in the village.
£8, 1 hour
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