ODISHA BY ROAD

Odisha has hitherto been known primarily for its beautiful Golden Triangle of Bhubaneswar– Puri–Konark, pivoted on Lord Jagannath’s seat.

Several other treasures nestled in the state’s hinterland are waiting to be explored. The state boasts of an excellent road network that is not being sufficiently utilised. The scenic roads of Odisha can put many states on the eastern coast to shame. Largely unexplored, these routes have secrets hidden in every corner. In order to boost tourism, the Odisha Tourism Board recently announced the launch of the ‘Odisha By Road’ campaign. The tourism board has mapped all the important destinations which can be explored by road and has curated driving itineraries for interstate and intra-state tourists.

The Cascade Trail from Ranchi to Keonjhar not only takes you on a journey across a picturesque route, where you get to see miles and miles of nature on both sides of the road, but also offers a glimpse into the rich heritage and culture of the region. Make a pit-stop at Ghatagaon to pick up a few terracotta handicrafts.