India
Orissa
Orissa, on the eastern sea board of India, enjoys a tropical monsoon type of climate like most other parts of the country. Its annual average rainfall is about 200cm. The south-west monsoon normally sets in between 5th June in the coastal plain, and by 1st July the whole of the state is under the full sway of the south-west monsoon. By 15th October, the south-west monsoon withdraws completely from Orissa. Orissa, on the eastern coast of India, is not directly influenced by south-west monsoon branch from the Bay of Bengal like the west coast, but the annual cyclones from the Bay of Bengal influence it and bring copious rain with two seasonal peaks, July-August and October-November. During the winter, except Northern Orissa, all other parts remain almost dry.Monsoon rainfall is of highest importance as it directly controls the crop condition in Orissa.Bhubaneshwar, Puri and Konark together make an opportune and appropriate triangle for tourists. Nandan Kannan, a zoological park and habitat of the rare white tiger, Chilka Lake renowned for its visiting population of migratory birds, the Dhauli Buddhist temple, Udaigiri-Khandgiri ancient caves, Ratnagiri-Lalitgiri images and caves, Duduma waterfall, the Gopalpur sea beach and the Hirakud Dam make this state a treasure trove of India's religious, cultural and natural heritage , a veritable delight for the eyes.