Start your day with traditional Odia breakfast dishes like Pakhala Bhata and Alu Bharta at Dalma, known for authentic cuisine. They open at 7am, perfect for an early start.
Explore the 11th-century magnificent Lingaraj Temple, a pinnacle of Kalinga architecture, known for intricate carvings. Open from 6am to 9pm, avoid midday crowds by visiting early.
Explore this iconic 12th-century temple, a major pilgrimage site, known for its annual Rath Yatra festival. Non-Hindus can view the temple structure from outside. Open 6am to 9pm.
Drive approximately 35 km east to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Sun Temple, an architectural marvel symbolizing the chariot of the Sun God. Travel takes about 1 hour.