Orissa Tourism To Promote Its 'Golden Triangle'
The Tourism Department of Orissa plans to promote the 'Golden Triangle' to the tour operators, apart from projecting the important tourist locations in the State. Bhubaneswar, Puri and Konark are the three corners of Orissa's 'Golden Triangle', which also represent three faces of the State's identity, people, faith and worship.

Puri Beach Festival To Showcase The Vividness Of Orissa
The rich history of art, craft, culture and cuisine of Orissa will be showcased at the annual Puri Beach Festival to be held on the beautiful beach at Puri from November 23-27, 2005. Puri is the abode of Lord Jagannath and considered one of the most important Hindu pilgrimage sites. Lakh of pilgrims from different parts of the country visit the place to take the traditional purification dip.

On Buddha's Trail
Orissa has kept alive Buddhism and the Buddha in its ancient womb. The spirit of Buddhism still haunts the very air of Orissa. Rock-edicts that have challenged time, stand huge and over-powering by the banks of River Daya.

‘Beaching’ Out In Orissa
The 482-km long shoreline of Orissa offers some of the finest white sand beaches in the world. Virginal and unspoilt, it is not surprising that they are becoming a regular haunt for avid beachcombers and sea-worshippers.

Festivals Of Orissa
Orissa is not only an ideal choice for waterfalls and scenic beauties but also for her colourful fairs and festivals, that are a celebration of life in all its infinite variety. Tribal traditions and religious fervour of cultural performances juxtapose together to create a visual feast for the visitor's eye.

Orissa-The Rising Star Of The East
Spread across 1.5 lakh sq km, Orissa offers everything to tourists on a platter. Be it temples, sun-kissed beaches, national parks and sanctuaries or a rich history of art, craft, culture and cuisine, the state has it all. Express Travel & Tourism takes you on a guided tour of the state.