India, March 15 -- An unexpected travel experience in Odisha has drawn praise online after a former IAS officer shared memories from a family trip across the state, highlighting its wildlife, historic temples, and surprisingly clean beaches.

In a post on X, former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra wrote that the journey left her and her husband pleasantly surprised.

Travelling with their son and grandson, the couple explored several well-known destinations across the eastern Indian state.

"At 81 and 84, my husband and I travelled through Konark, Chilika, Puri, and Dhauli with our son and grandson," the post adds.

According to her post, the family visited places such as Konark, Chilika Lake, Puri, and Dhauli during the trip.

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