Iraq to Bhubaneswar

Located along the Tigris River, Baghdad is the capital of the Republic of Iraq. The city was founded in the 8th century, and presently is well known across the world for its rich historical past and beautiful culture. The Tigris River divides the place in exact half, with eastern part known as Risafa and western one known as Karkh. The city is known as one of the hottest cities in the world. Today owing to its rich illustrious history, Baghdad is honoured as one of the greatest and richest centres of learning in Islamic world. The safest method of transportation in this city is helicopter; otherwise cars, rhinos and free shuttle buses serve the purpose of commuting within the city. There is a wide range of tourist attractions in Baghdad. Cultural sites, historical monuments, modern infrastructure etc form the eye catching assets of the city. The national museum of Iraq is an important and foremost tourist attraction here. The museum stores a vast assortment of ancient manuscripts and historical relics. A marvellous piece of architecture is AL Khadimiyan, that displays a fine blend of many old architectural styles in its built up. Similarly, the Abbasid Palace, an ancient architectural masterpiece heaved with historical heritage is another thing where millions of tourists hurl annually. Various other important and famous tourist attractions include Baghdad Zoo, AL Zawra Park, AL Shaheed Monument, Al Jundi AL Majhool Monument, Kahramana and the 40 thieves square and many more. Located within close proximity to nature, and laid with countless facilities and services, there are a number of hotels, falling in all price ranges in Baghdad. World class room amenities, a dedicated room service, car rental, concierge services, car parking and currency exchange are just few of the services which Baghdad hotels offer. Palestine International Hotel, Al Mansour Hotel, Babylon Hotel, Kandeel Hotel, Ambassador Hotel and Palm Beach Hotel are few famous accommodation sources. Drafting a trip to Baghdad is hard work, but with MakeMyTrip it is the work of just one click. MakeMyTrip.com is India's leading travel portal, where you can get best online booking with cheap flight tickets, affordable car services, knowledgeable tour guides and also several seasonal discounts. Just log onto MakeMyTrip.com and organize your trip with the help of their expert tour planner. WARNING- Baghdad is surely a beautiful place. Nonetheless it should be kept in mind that this place is not safe for vacations and trips. Plan a trip to Baghdad at your own Risk.

Serving as the capital of the Indian state of Odisha, Bhubaneswar is a heritage destination that is renowned for its ancient temples and classical architecture. The Old Town of this city presents a collection of nearly 400 Hindu temples, making it a must-visit part of the city on any trip to Bhubaneswar. Built in the 11th Century, Lingaraj Temple is one of the major attractions of this city. The presence of Bindu Sarovara- a huge water body greatly enhances the beauty of the city. Another important place of tourist interest is Dhauli Giri- a picturesque hill, located around eight km away from the city. This site is popular as the place where Emperor Ashoka renounced violence after waging the Kalinga War and embraced Buddhism. Nandankanan Zoo presents a rare biodiversity for the visitors to explore. The Museum of Tribal Art & Artefacts is an interesting place to visit on a Bhubaneswar tour. Other popular places that can keep tourists engaged in sightseeing for days are Khandagiri and Udayagiri, Mukteshwara Temple, Rajarani Temple, Odisha State Museum and Deras Dam. To make the best use of time and resources during a stay here, it would be wise for travellers to pick a suitable travel package from MakeMyTrip.