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Raghurajpur

Mythology Retold Through Skillful Strokes of Paint Brush

About

The heritage crafts village of Raghurajpur is Odisha’s best known for its Pattachitra art. The art form is used to decorate none other the Lord of the Universe- Lord Jagannath and his siblings. The attachment with the holy trinity elevated the art form helped it gain prominence.

Steeped in ancient culture, portraying scenes from mythology with vibrant colours, superb craftsmanship,simplicity in design, the Pattachitra has captured the imaginationof artists and art lovers alike. The term Pattachitrameans Vastra (Cloth) and Chitra means paintings. So Pattachitra is essentially a painting on a piece of cloth.

Located approximately 12 KM from Puri, RaghurajpurIs a quaint village where 120 odd homes are neatly lined up facing each other in two rows. Every house has an artist engaged in the trade making it perhaps the only place in India where one can find such a large congregation of artists.

The popular forms of Pattachitra are the paintings on cloth depicting scenes from mythology and epics, the tassar cloth Pattachitra are also quite popular, the Pattachitra etched on dried palm leaves are picked up by tourists as souvenirs, so also the paper mache masks, paintings on coconut and betel nut . Apart from these, artists also engage in making toys out of stone and wood and painting them.

However things were not always as smooth for the Pattachitra artist also known as Chitrakar’s. During the 1940’s the artisans were under severe stress due to a sharp dip in their income. During that time in stepped an American Lady Ms. Helena Zealy, enamoured by the beauty of the Pattachitra, she literally took it upon herself to revive the art. She held Pattachitra exhibitions in America and invited connoisseurs of art to examine these mystical paintings from the land of Lord Jagannath. Soon artists were sending Pattachitra shipments to America and getting the much desired income to sustain themselves. In trying to save the art form Ms. Helena Zealy also internationalized Pattachitra and established the art form across the seven seas.

Raghurajpur also happens to birthplace of the doyen of Odissi Dance Guru KelucharanMohapatra and the village is also known for the Gotipua dance (a precursor to Odissi). It’s a dance performed by young boys dressed as feminine dancers and involves acrobatic postures.

The villagers are welcome tourist, so strike a conversation with them to know more about the art form and its history.

Stay

There's a variety of options for you to stay at. From Star Rated Hotels, Eco Tour Nature Camps equipped with state of the art swiss tents and facilities to OTDC Government Hotels, Bed Breakfasts and Homestays to choose from. Browse the list below to choose your preferred accomodation.
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Eco Retreat Konark

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Eco Retreat Satkosia

Baliput,Satkosia

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Eco Retreat Bhitarkanika

Nalitapatia,Bhitarkanika

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Eco Retreat Daringbadi

Daringbadi

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Eco Retreat Hirakud

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Insider Stories

So why is Odisha touted as Incredible India's Best Kept Secret. What is it about the places, people , landscape, art , culture and history that entices? What makes Odisha the land of cathartic Spiritual experiences, intricate art and immortal architecture regaling many timeless tales, flair for dance and drama, pristine beaches, delectable cuisines stunning landscapes and formidable yet elegant wildlife. Don't take our word for it ; read the through the journeys and experiences of the many travel enthusiasts who have traversed and fallen in love with the land of Odisha!
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Essentials Cheat Sheet

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    Timings
    • 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
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    Entry fees
    • Free
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    Parking
    • Available
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    Banks and ATM
    • The temple town Puri has branches & ATM’s of all the major banks
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    Hotels
    • Puri has hotels catering to all segment of tourists. Check out the list of accredited hotels & choose your stay
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    Where to Shop
    • For Pattachitra you don’t have look beyond Raghurajpur. For other things, Puri offers a lot of options for people to collect souvenirs
    • The Boyanika in front of the temple & Utkalika at Grand Centre are good options.

Nearby Destinations

Wish to make the best of your trip to Sukuapada ? Make sure your itinerary covers these below must-see destinations close to Sukuapada.Most of these are highly coveted on every tourists bucket list and can be reached from Sukuapada in a matter of hours. We have found 10 such places close to Sukuapada that will maximize your Experience-Odisha!

The Abode Of The Lord Of Odisha

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The Abode Of The Lord Of Odisha

Jagannath Temple

Where The Ocean Greets The Divine

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Where The Ocean Greets The Divine

Puri Beach

A Craft Which Adorns The Divinity & Adds Grace To Your Decor

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A Craft Which Adorns The Divinity & Adds Grace To Your Decor

Pipli

Where The Language Of Stone Surpasses The Language Of Man

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Where The Language Of Stone Surpasses The Language Of Man

Konark

Where You Embrace Solitude

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Where You Embrace Solitude

Chandrabhaga Beach

A Monument That Celebrates & Conveys The Message Of Peace

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A Monument That Celebrates & Conveys The Message Of Peace

Dhauligiri

The Power,Grace & Benevolence Of The Yogini's

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The Power,Grace & Benevolence Of The Yogini's

Chausathi Yogini

The Symbol Of Syncretisation Of Odia Culture

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The Symbol Of Syncretisation Of Odia Culture

Lingaraj Temple

The Devotion Of Queen & Her Perseverance

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The Devotion Of Queen & Her Perseverance

Ananta BasuDeva Temple

The Gem of Odia Temple Architecture

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The Gem of Odia Temple Architecture

MUKTESWAR TEMPLE

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Pipili

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Sukuapada

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