The state of Orissa is now known by its cultural name of Odisha. The entire is a sublime mix of nature, culture and a hint of modernity all bundled up together. The eastern state of India is blessed with a vast coastline of almost 500 km, thus offering its aquamarine life to the people of the world. On the western edge of Odisha are the Eastern Ghats mountain range offering exclusive biodiversity. Other than it is a religious hotbed for many Hindus and some very sacred places. These features in one state make Orissa a favored tourist destination of India.