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Bilal Vaidya
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    If you’re hoping to catch the sunrise glow on the eastern facades, you could drive back to Bhubaneswar after the 4 pm walk and stay at Hotel O Saket Homes. The next morning you’ll get full daylight to see the northern gate and the lesser known vihara cluster before the crowds arrive. This gives you a quiet, full day view of the whole site.

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