Northwest Odisha covers the north-western region of Odisha in Eastern India.

Cities

• 1 Bargarh —

• 2 Baripada — headquarters of Mayurbhanj district with ruins of ancient forts and Jagannath temple

• 3 Barpali —

• 4 Cuttack — former capital of Odisha, birthplace of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose

• 5 Dhenkanal — a former princely state

• 6 Jharsuguda —

• 7 Keonjhar (Kendujhargarh) —

• 8 Rourkela — known for its steel and fertiliser plants

• 9 Sambalpur — the biggest city in western Odisha

Other destinations

• 1 Diamond Triangle — a group of three Buddhist archaeological sites of Ratnagiri, Udayagiri and Lalitgiri
• 2 Simlipal National Park —

See

• Simlipal National Park & Tiger Reserve is undoubtedly a tourist paradise for its varied flora & fauna and extensive grassy lands.
• Khiching The temple of Kichakeswari at Khiching, built entirely of chlorite slabs is unique of its kind in India. A plethora of other temples also dominate the place some of which are still in active worship. The small museum situated here boasts of highly important historical specimens of sculpture and art
• Deokund A beautiful scenic spot amidst green forests, has picturesque waterfall. The hill top temple of Goddess Ambika is a special attraction of the place.