Odisha's cuttack - one of the oldest and most populous cities - provides a healthy mix of heritage, tradition, and present-day. Nicknamed "Silver City" for silver filigree work at its excellent standard, there are riches of heritage reflected in an iconic Barabati fort and the ancient Katak Chandi temple.
This dynamic, historic city is often termed the "Silver City" of India and stands among Odisha's oldest urban centers. Over a thousand years of history have developed the city of Cuttack into this fast-paced metropolis carrying its rich cultural heritage in its wake with the advancing modernity.