Bhubaneshwar Travel Guide

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Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves are partly natural and partly artificial caves of archaeological, historical and religious importance near the city of Bhubaneswar in Odisha, India. The caves are situated on two adjacent hills, Udayagiri and Khandagiri, mentioned as Kumari Parvat in the Hathigumpha inscription. They have a number of finely and ornately carved caves built during 2nd century BCE. It is believed that most of these caves were carved out as residential blocks for Jain monks during the reign of King Kharavela. Udayagiri means "Sunrise Hill" and has 18 caves while Khandagiri has 15 caves. The caves of Udayagiri and Khandagiri, called lena or leṇa in the inscriptions, were dug out mostly during the reign of Kharavela for the abode of Jaina ascetics. The most important of this group is Ranigumpha in Udayagiri which is a double storeyed monastery. Other important caves include Hathi gumpha, Ananta gumpha, Ganesha gumpha, Jaya Vijaya gumpha, Mancapuri gumpha, Bagh gumpha and Sarpa gumpha.
Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves are partly natural and partly artificial caves of archaeological, historical and religious importance near the city of Bhubaneswar in Odisha, India. The caves are situated on two adjacent hills, Udayagiri and Khandagiri, mentioned as Kumari Parvat in the Hathigumpha inscription. They have a number of finely and ornately carved caves built during 2nd century BCE. It is believed that most of these caves were carved out as residential blocks for Jain monks during the reign of King Kharavela. Udayagiri means "Sunrise Hill" and has 18 caves while Khandagiri has 15 caves. The caves of Udayagiri and Khandagiri, called lena or leṇa in the inscriptions, were dug out mostly during the reign of Kharavela for the abode of Jaina ascetics. The most important of this group is Ranigumpha in Udayagiri which is a double storeyed monastery. Other important caves include Hathi gumpha, Ananta gumpha, Ganesha gumpha, Jaya Vijaya gumpha, Mancapuri gumpha, Bagh gumpha and Sarpa gumpha.
Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves are partly natural and partly artificial caves of archaeological, historical and religious importance near the city of Bhubaneswar in Odisha, India. The caves are situated on two adjacent hills, Udayagiri and Khandagiri, mentioned as Kumari Parvat in the Hathigumpha inscription. They have a number of finely and ornately carved caves built during 2nd century BCE. It is believed that most of these caves were carved out as residential blocks for Jain monks during the reign of King Kharavela. Udayagiri means "Sunrise Hill" and has 18 caves while Khandagiri has 15 caves. The caves of Udayagiri and Khandagiri, called lena or leṇa in the inscriptions, were dug out mostly during the reign of Kharavela for the abode of Jaina ascetics. The most important of this group is Ranigumpha in Udayagiri which is a double storeyed monastery. Other important caves include Hathi gumpha, Ananta gumpha, Ganesha gumpha, Jaya Vijaya gumpha, Mancapuri gumpha, Bagh gumpha and Sarpa gumpha.
Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves are partly natural and partly artificial caves of archaeological, historical and religious importance near the city of Bhubaneswar in Odisha, India. The caves are situated on two adjacent hills, Udayagiri and Khandagiri, mentioned as Kumari Parvat in the Hathigumpha inscription. They have a number of finely and ornately carved caves built during 2nd century BCE.[1] It is believed that most of these caves were carved out as residential blocks for Jain monks during the reign of King Kharavela.[2] Udayagiri means "Sunrise Hill" and has 18 caves while Khandagiri has 15 caves.[3] The caves of Udayagiri and Khandagiri, called lena or leṇa in the inscriptions, were dug out mostly during the reign of Kharavela for the abode of Jaina ascetics. The most important of this group is Ranigumpha in Udayagiri which is a double storeyed monastery. Other important caves include Hathi gumpha, Ananta gumpha, Ganesha gumpha, Jaya Vijaya gumpha, Mancapuri gumpha, Bagh gumpha and Sarpa gumpha.
Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves are partly natural and partly artificial caves of archaeological, historical and religious importance near the city of Bhubaneswar in Odisha, India. The caves are situated on two adjacent hills, Udayagiri and Khandagiri, mentioned as Kumari Parvat in the Hathigumpha inscription. They have a number of finely and ornately carved caves built during 2nd century BCE.[1] It is believed that most of these caves were carved out as residential blocks for Jain monks during the reign of King Kharavela.[2] Udayagiri means "Sunrise Hill" and has 18 caves while Khandagiri has 15 caves.[3] The caves of Udayagiri and Khandagiri, called lena or leṇa in the inscriptions, were dug out mostly during the reign of Kharavela for the abode of Jaina ascetics. The most important of this group is Ranigumpha in Udayagiri which is a double storeyed monastery. Other important caves include Hathi gumpha, Ananta gumpha, Ganesha gumpha, Jaya Vijaya gumpha, Mancapuri gumpha, Bagh gumpha and Sarpa gumpha.

Where to stay in Bhubaneshwar

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Rasulgarh

While there might not be top attractions in Rasulgarh, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Odisha State Museum and Bindu Sagar.

Rasulgarh
Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Bhubaneswar

Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Bhubaneswar

5 out of 5
D/1, Dumuduma Bhubaneshwar OR
The price is ₹7,276 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
₹7,276
₹7,651 total
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Bhubaneshwar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (82 reviews)
Room was very clean. Sheets were superb. Safe and secure place. Suggest they should provide packaged water in the room (bisleri etc). Breakfast is ok. Did not try the restaurant food. They have a bar and live music there (karaoke based) was pretty good.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Bhubaneswar
Fortune Park Sishmo, Bhubaneswar - Member ITC Hotels' Group

Fortune Park Sishmo, Bhubaneswar - Member ITC Hotels' Group

4 out of 5
86/A-1 Gautam Nagar Bhubaneshwar Odisha
The price is ₹7,000 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
₹7,000
₹7,350 total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Bhubaneshwar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Odisha State Museum and Qadam-I-Rasool are ...
Fortune Park Sishmo, Bhubaneswar - Member ITC Hotels' Group
Mayfair Lagoon

Mayfair Lagoon

5 out of 5
Jaydev Vihar Bhubaneshwar Orissa
The price is ₹8,297 per night from 14 Mar to 15 Mar
₹8,297
₹9,921 total
14 Mar - 15 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Bhubaneshwar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Ashokan Rock Edict and Ekamra Kanan are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (80 reviews)
Awesome service and excellent rooms

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

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Rumi HomeStays

Rumi HomeStays

3 out of 5
Plot No 118, Jayadev Vihar Bhubaneshwar OD
Stay at this apartment in Bhubaneshwar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Ashokan Rock Edict and Museum of Tribal ...
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HOTEL BLACK GRAPES INN

HOTEL BLACK GRAPES INN

2.5 out of 5
Cuttack - Bhubaneswar Rd Bhubaneshwar OD
Stay at this aparthotel in Bhubaneshwar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Museum of Tribal Arts & Artifacts and Infocity ...
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Super Townhouse OAK Sayhallo Sincity

Super Townhouse OAK Sayhallo Sincity

Bhubaneshwar Odisha
Stay at this holiday home in Bhubaneshwar. Enjoy free parking and a restaurant. Popular attractions Ekamra Kanan and Museum of Tribal Arts & Artefacts are located ...
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Popular places to visit

Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves are partly natural and partly artificial caves of archaeological, historical and religious importance near the city of Bhubaneswar in Odisha, India. The caves are situated on two adjacent hills, Udayagiri and Khandagiri, mentioned as Kumari Parvat in the Hathigumpha inscription. They have a number of finely and ornately carved caves built during 2nd century BCE. It is believed that most of these caves were carved out as residential blocks for Jain monks during the reign of King Kharavela. Udayagiri means "Sunrise Hill" and has 18 caves while Khandagiri has 15 caves. The caves of Udayagiri and Khandagiri, called lena or leṇa in the inscriptions, were dug out mostly during the reign of Kharavela for the abode of Jaina ascetics. The most important of this group is Ranigumpha in Udayagiri which is a double storeyed monastery. Other important caves include Hathi gumpha, Ananta gumpha, Ganesha gumpha, Jaya Vijaya gumpha, Mancapuri gumpha, Bagh gumpha and Sarpa gumpha.

Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves during your travels in Bhubaneshwar. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples while you're in the area.

Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves

Lingaraj Temple

After visiting Lingaraj Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bhubaneshwar. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples while you're in the area.

Lingaraj Temple

Infocity Square

You can find out about the history of Bhubaneshwar with a visit to Infocity Square. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples while you're in the area.

Infocity Square

KIIT University

Walk around the campus at KIIT University during your visit to Patia.

KIIT University

ISKCON Temple

ISKCON Temple is just one of the places to see in Bhubaneshwar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples while you're in the area.

ISKCON Temple

Nandankanan Zoological Park

Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Nandankanan Zoological Park during your trip to Bhubaneshwar. Wander the gardens and lakeside while you're in the area.

Nandankanan Zoological Park

Reviews of Bhubaneshwar

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

It's my hometown.The best.Lots of development done in last few years.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

A very nice quiet peaceful city, very safe for women and a gourmets delight

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Plenty of sightseeing. Great museums and parks. Great place to Make day trips to Konark and Puri. Wonderful for a 2-4 day visit.

Cities near Bhubaneshwar

The hills of Udaygiri and Khandagiri located on the outskirts of Bhubaneswar, Odisha

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