Baliyatra: Celebrating Odisha’s Maritime Glory in Cuttack
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- 3 October 2024
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Baliyatra, meaning “Voyage to Bali,” is one of the largest and most culturally significant festivals of Odisha, held annually in Cuttack. It commemorates the ancient maritime history of Odisha, specifically the voyages that Odia traders, known as Sadhabas, undertook to far-off lands like Bali, Java, Sumatra, and Sri Lanka for trade and cultural exchange. Baliyatra in Cuttack is celebrated with …
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