ORISSA - the ancient kingdom of Kalinga.. how secretively still she hides the wonders of her magical land from the intrusions of the outside world. As we see some of the most fascinating wonders of our traditional heritage, both in the world of nature and our ancient culture, fall prey to the assault of urbanization, her isolation has preserved, for India, some of the most important and beautiful gifts of time.

Cocooned by the emerald hills of the Eastern Ghats on one side and the lapping of the waters of the Bay of Bengal, in a stretch of 482 km of coastline studded with rugged crags and spurs, intriguing inlets and vast stretches of virginal beaches, Orissa deserves a 5-star rating on the tourist's agenda. Offering a kaleidoscope of exotic visuals and experiences of her natural landscape, she ensnares you with the additional bonus of her ancient cultural heritage.

Yet for those looking for more vigorous adventure, Orissa's mountain trails. offer delightful avenues to the ancient mysteries of her tribal people. Ancient rivers meandering alongside giving succour to fish and birds and beasts and plants which flourish in her ancient forests and silvery waterways. Her white beaches, a stone's throw from some of the most fantastic forms of man's artistic learnings, feather the waterfronts that supply the most succulent seafood to her kitchens.

Animals seeking refuge from the greed of men enter the vistas of her natural sanctuaries to breed and co-exist in harmony. Leaping waterfalls... 500' high sparkle jubilantly as they catch the rays of the morning sun, while her hot spring waters heal a thousand ills. Her lush countryside parts in hollows and dips to reveal hundreds of ancient villages where the people welcome you with simple goodwill and joyous smiles.