Ekamra Walks
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| Type | Heritage Walk |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2016 |
| Founder | |
| Headquarters | |
Area served | Bhubaneswar |
| Products | Tourism |
| Revenue | Non-profit organization |
| Website | www.ekamra-walks.com |
Ekamra Walks is a weekly heritage walk for visitors to explore the heritage trails of Ekamra Kshetra or the temple city of Bhubaneswar. The walk is a non-profit initiative by the unified effort of Bhubaneswar Development Authority and Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation There are multiple trails conducted by Ekamra Walks across Heritage, Culture & Nature.[1]
Old Town Bhubaneswar, also known as Ekamra Kshetra, is the center of Kalingan temple architecture. In 2014, Ekamra Kshetra earned a place in UNESCO’S tentative list of World Heritage sites. Ekamra Walks, hence borrows its name from “Ekamra Kshetra” and is a paid guided tour for people interested in the history and culture of the land that once hosted more than 7000 temples.
Trails
There are 9 Trails for the year 2025-26. Each of these trails are organised to provide a holistic view of the tempest, art, culture and natural elements of the city. [2]
Ticket prices range from ₹ 100 for most trails to ₹ 200 for Jungle Safari & ₹ 300 for Nocturnal Safari. [3]
Ekamra Heritage Walk – The Living Temple City
Destinations Covered:
- Mukteswar Temple (10th century, iconic “gem of Kalingan architecture”)
- Lingaraj Temple (11th century, grand shrine of Lord Shiva)
- Parasurameswar Temple (7th century, oldest surviving shrine in Bhubaneswar)
- Ananta Vasudev Temple (Vaishnavite shrine)
- Chitrakarini Temple
- Bindusagar Lake (ritual center)
Duration: 2–2.5 hours, approx. 2 km distance
Requirements: Moderate fitness (easy to moderate walk), comfortable footwear, camera
Mystical Odyssey – The Shakta Traditions of Bhubaneswar
Destinations Covered:
- Chausathi Yogini Temple, Hirapur (unique circular shrine dedicated to 64 Yoginis)
- Baitala Deula (Tantric temple)
Duration: Usually 1.5–2 hours, transport included for outlying sites
Includes: Expert-guided discussion on rituals, symbolism, festival stories, welcome kit
Spiritual Sojourn – Paths of Harmony
Destinations Covered:
- Jain Caves (Udayagiri & Khandagiri – ancient rock-cut caves)
- Bhaskareswara, Brahmeshwara, Rajarani
Duration: 2–2.5 hours, approx. 2 km distance
Requirements: Moderate fitness (easy to moderate walk), comfortable footwear, camera
Walk in Wilderness – The Forest and the City
Destinations Covered:
- Deras forest reserve (Biodiversity hotspots, scenic walking trails, water reservoir)
- Observation spots for flora, birds, and wildlife
Duration: 2–2.5 hours, 5 KM brisk walk
Fitness: Easy walk, suitable for most ages
Equipment: Sports shoes, hats, water bottles
Includes: Naturalist guide, eco-friendly walk, group safety measure
Jungle Safari / Night Safari
Destinations Covered:
- Bharatpur wildlife sanctuary (Tropical forest, migratory birdwatching, small mammal sightings)
Duration: 2 hours
Mode: Vehicle / jeep safari, includes trained spotters & guides
Fitness: Suitable for all
Dhauli Peace Walk – From War to Wisdom
Destinations Covered:
- Dhauli Hill (site of the Kalinga War, Ashokan Rock Edicts)
- Shanti Stupa (Peace Pagoda)
- Light & Sound Show (ticket price is included)
Duration: 2.5 - 3 hours
Fitness: Short hill climb, accessible for most
Includes: Reflection sessions, guided storytelling, group meditation segment
Odia Film Panorama
Destinations Covered:
- Classic Odia Movie in an open air theatre + Explainer & Conversations
- Traditional Odia Snacks
Duration: 3 hours
Includes: Interactions, workshops, refreshments, documentation of art processes
Odia Literary Trail – Language, Literature & Identity
Destinations Covered:
- Introduction to Odia Language by eminent research scholars & writers.
- Mesmerising Odia Fold Dance Performance
- Culturally significant performance of stories
Duration: 2.5 hours
Includes: Expert narrators, Award winning dance performance, immersive story telling & multilingual support
References
- ↑ "Discover Bhubaneswar's rich culture with the launch of Ekamra Walks". The Times of India. 2025-11-07. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-11-11.
- ↑ "Bhubaneswar: 9th edition of Ekamra Walks launched; 9 trails to spread 'Clean Heritage, Green Future' message". Sambad English. 2025-11-07. Retrieved 2025-11-11.
- ↑ "Ekamra Walks | Bhubaneswar". Ekamra Walks. Retrieved 2025-12-11.