Odisha by the water

4 Beaches, Lakes & Dams for a Calm Day Out

Slow down at Odisha’s most peaceful waterside spots.

Puri

Golden Beach

Puri’s Blue Flag–certified beach, known for clean sands and beautiful sunrises.

Banki · Cuttack

Ansupa Lake

Odisha’s largest freshwater lake near the Mahanadi – lovely for boating and winter birds.

Banapur · Khordha

Salia Dam

A quiet reservoir about 13 km from Banapur, surrounded by forested hills.

Hadagarh

Hadagarh Dam

The Salandi dam and its wildlife sanctuary make a serene, little-explored retreat.