Places to Visit in Jajpur
Well known for its mining excavation activities, Jajpur is also renowned for its archaeological significance, delicious local food, and sustainable development in agriculture. Visitors throng here round the year to witness & explore all that Jajpur has got!
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Biraja Devi Temple
Created in the 13th Century, the Biraja Temple, a historic Hindu Temple, holds significance as one of 51 shakthi peethams, where Sati's navel fell.
Lalitgiri
A major Buddhist complex and an attractive tourist destination in Odisha, Lalitgiri houses various stupas, 'esoteric' Buddha images, and monasteries. It is believed that Tantric Buddhism was practiced at this site.
Udayagiri
Another Buddhist Complex in Odisha, Udayagiri, also known as 'Madhavapura Mahavihara,' is situated around 5 km away from Ratnagiri and is a preferred choice of devotees of Buddhism, which comprises of Buddhist sculptures, brick stupas and also a grand monastery complex.
Ratnagiri
Literally meaning the hill of jewels, this site depicts an early phase of the Buddhist architecture, and is one of the largest as well as grandest excavated Buddhist sites in Odisha, consisting of sculptures, architectural fragments, artefacts and a large number of votive stupas.
Langudi Hill
Here you can explore the remains of a Buddhist centre of learning that flourished till 11th Century, along with rock-cut Buddhist stupas and shrines atop the hill. Moreover, you can sight both history and spectacular views here. A rare and interesting tourist spot to be at!
