Orissa
Odisha
(formerly Orissa), an eastern Indian state on the Bay of Bengal, is
known for its tribal cultures and its many ancient Hindu temples. The
capital, Bhubaneswar, is home to hundreds of temples, notably the
intricately-carved Mukteshvara. The Lingaraj Temple complex, dating to
the 11th century, is set around sacred Bindusagar Lake. The Odisha State
Museum is focused on the area’s history and environment.
Area: 155,820 km²
Population: 43.73 million (2014)