1. Golden Temple

Abolakara | Children’s stories from Odisha

In the northern corners of the ancient kingdom of Kalinga there was a city called Tarapur. In that village lived a pundit by the name of Upananda. Upananda wished to go for a pilgrimage, but no one…

3. Dacoit-King

Abolakara | Children’s stories from Odisha

I saw a pillory¹ at the palace entrance. What is happening?

And so the master started.

Spread the mat and fix…

2. Pigeon & Cat

Abolakara | Children’s stories from Odisha

Abolakara and his master walked and walked until they reached a new town. Abolakara set out to fetch some firewood. When he returned, he had got his question for the master.

6. Three heads

Abolakara | Children’s Stories from Odisha

Abolakara was back with yet another question.

In the market, there is an elaborate court made of stone. It has a king and several…

4. Burnt Chillies

Abolakara | Children’s stories from Odisha

5. Wooden Eagle

Abolakara | Children’s Stories from Odisha

Abolakara walked and walked. The master had asked him to get some firewood from the market. On his way he found his customary question.

In front of the palace is a…