Orissa is blessed with around 500 km long coastline and has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Chilika, Asia's largest brackish water lake, not only provides a haven for millions of birds, but is also one of the few places in India where one can view dolphins. The lush green forest cover Of Orissa plays host to a wide variety of flora and fauna, including the famed Royal Bengal Tiger. Amidst the picturesque hills and valleys nestle a number of breathtaking waterfalls and rivulets that attract visitors from all over.

WILDLIFE SANCTUARIES
Major Sanctuaries :
Bhitar Kanika, Chandaka, Chilika, Simlipal, Tikarpada, Gahirmatha, Nandan Kanan

Minor Sanctuaries :
Ambapani, Badarama, Balukhand, Baisipalli, Belghar, Debrigarh, Hadagarh, Karlapat, Kotagarh, Khalasuni, Kuldiha, Lakhari, Padamtala, Satkosia, Sunabeda, Ushakothi

SCENIC SPOTS
Darjeeng, Dairingbadi, Barunei, Dhamra, Chandbali, Tensa, Narayani, Saptasajya