Heritage Orissa Tour Package

English and Hindi, are widely spoken and understood in Orissa, although the primary language spoken in Orissa is Oriya. Bengali and Telugu are also widely spoken.

Orissa has a typical tropical monsoon type of climate. The state experiences a heavy monsoon, from the months of July to September. Summer season lasts from March to June and is pleasant enough, whereas winter season lasts from October to February.

For Orissa, one should take along light and airy clothes as well as a couple of light jackets if planning to spend time by the beach at night. Also, make sure to wear clothes covering your knees and shoulders when visiting temples.

When in Puri, the best things to buy are handicrafts and traditional sarees, which would be perfect as souvenirs. Try the handloom stores or emporiums for purchasing genuine apparels.

The cuisine of Orissa is rich and varied, and is mainly made up of rice dishes, be it sweet or savory. Don’t forget to try the pitahs, sweet dosas filled with jiggery or coconut. Non vegetarians and sea food lovers can sample on fish curries and fries.