Cuttack, the former capital and one of the oldest cities of Orissa is, a very convenient base for the tourism in the surrounding regions.  At an altitude of about 15 meter above the sea level, the town is situated at the apex of the delta formed by the rivers Mahanadi in the North and Kathajodi in the South.
This densely populated city, spread over an area of 59.57 square kilometer, Cuttack (or Kataka) was founded by King Nrupa Keshari in 989 A.D.

Tourist Attractions in Cuttack

Stone Revetment of Cuttack :
The river banks of Cuttack are protected by stone revetment, an ingenious engineering marvel of the 11th century A.D. and an outstanding example of ancient technological expertise of Orissa.

Barabati Fort :
The ruins of a medieval fort with its moat and gate and the earthen mound of the nine-storeyed palace on the bank of the river Mahanadi are worth an exploration. Close by the fort is a modern stadium.

Temple of Cuttack Chandi :
Being the numinous shrine of the presiding deity of the city, the temple of Cuttack Chandi is specially visited by every Hindu visitor.

Quadam-i-Rasool :
A sacred shrine both for the Hindus and Muslims, Quadam-i-Rasool, having a compound wall and towers at each corner, and has inside it three mosques with beautiful domes and a Nawabat Khana (music gallery). It is an object of high veneration for Hindus and Muslims alike.