Balasore, Trading center in coastal Odisha, India
Balasore sits in the northeastern corner of Odisha, between the Budhabalanga River and the coastline along the Bay of Bengal. Its streets wind through residential areas and commercial districts with shops, markets and small workshops.
Excavations near Durgadevi show the area has been inhabited for 4000 years. Archaeologists uncovered traces from the Copper and Stone Age, the Iron Age, and the early historical period.
The city celebrates regional festivals throughout the year, including traditional ceremonies involving lac-coated dolls and the Akhada Arts Festival.
The railway station on the main line between Howrah and Chennai connects the town to larger centers. National Highway 16 offers access by car or bus from surrounding regions.
The Integrated Test Range site near Chandipur Beach serves as India's main location for rocket testing. Visitors sometimes see barriers and warning signs near the coastal stretch.
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