Puri tourist places

Puri tourist places are famous for mysterious and world famous Jagannath Temple, Beutyful beaches and many other holistic temples.

Puri is situated 60 km away from Bhubaneswar in Indian state Odisha. It is also one of the four holiest Hindu pilgrimages in India.

Since last many centuries, Puri has been the venue of millions of pilgrims, who visit this place to pay a visit to the Jagannath Temple.

The temple of Lord Jagannath is also the tallest historic memorial standing 65 meters tall and constructed by Chodaganga Deva in 12th century AD. The architecture of the temple is magnificent and glorifies the ancient culture and time.

The abode of Lord Jagannath, Puri also boasts of an appealing beach which is thronged by Hindu pilgrims, who take a holy dip here, believed to purify there souls.

Puri is also famous for the Chariot procession or Rath Yatra at Jagannatha Temple in the months of June – July.  

The Puri Beach Festival is organized and sponsored by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, the Government of Orissa and with other sponsored support.

The Beach festival occurs between November 23rd  to 27th of the month and is another delightful event for the art loving visitors and locals alike.

The Puri Beach Festival offers, dance, music and various other cultural activities giving multi dimensional charms of Puri and Orissa.

10 famous Puri tourist places

Puri Beach, Puri tourist places

Puri Beach is situated at the city of Puri and the distance between Puri railway station and the beach is only 2 km. It is easily accessible by autorikshaw or taxi.

Puri Beach has been made a special attraction in Puri tourist places by the both Indian and foreign beach lovers for a more than a decade now. The white sandy beach of Puri with charming atmosphere and lovely sights have fascinated visitors through the year.

The beach is the destination of the annual Puri Beach Festival, which is organized by the Indian Ministry of Tourism.

It is mostly visited by the tourists from the east zone, like Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal etc. The beach is one of the best beach and tourist destination on the eastern coastline of India.

Jagannath Temple, Puri tourist places

It is the earliest Ganga monument of Odisha, but it must be noted that the ganga temples of much earlier dates are still to be traced in the Andhra regions, the original seat of power of Gangas.

There is a definite mention in all the later copper plate records of the successor of Chodaganga that he was the builder of this great temple at Puri.

According to some evidence sources that Chodaganga had began this huge structure and one of his successor Ananagabhimadev III completed it or added the Jagamohan to it.

The most famous festival of the Odisha Rath Yatra or the Chariot procession occors at Jagannatha Temple in the months of June – July. This is also a one of the famous attraction among Puri tourist places

Puri Light House, Puri tourist places

If you are seeking for a place from where you can get the amazing view of the entire beach, Puri and even the Sri Jaganath temple, then come to the Light House of Puri.

Situated on the new marine drive rock, this light house has become one of the most view tourist spots in recent year.

Though for reaching the top floor, you might require to climb around 110 or even more stairs.

But once you reach, you are absolutely going to enjoy the mesmerizing view of the entire Puri.

It is one of the best places to view sunset and the timing is 4.00pm-5.00pm, it is open for 1hr. Entry fee -20/- Rs. People who cannot climb stairs should avoid this lighthouse.

Narendra Sarovar, Puri tourist places

Narendra pokhari or Sarovar.named by a king of kedra pada district.an intreastin story behind this name narendra.

The king of ancient Odisha sri Gajapati maharaj had restricted to the people to not go inside the sarovar or lake, but Narendra from Kendrapada had disobey the rule and he taken bath in the pokhari.

So Gajapatj maharaj punished to Narendra some punishment in rupees, but Narendra review the falt again and again. And full fill all fined by Gajpati maharaj and finaly the king named the pokhari to the person Narendra.

Nalabana Bird Sanctuary, Puri tourist places

Nalbana Bird Sanctuary is the center area of the Ramsar nominated wetlands of Chilika Lake.

It was recognized as a bird sanctuary under the Wildlife Protection Act in 1972. In the heart of the park, visitors can see thousands of birds descending during the migratory season.

One can see some rare species of birds and many migratory birds come here in winter from November till Feburary.

The island gets completely submerged during the June to August or monsoon season.

This lake is again visible during starting winter and birds flock to the island with their groups to feed on its extensive mudflats.

Tourist can reach the place only through boating for an hour and a half.

Sakshi Gopal Temple, Puri tourist places

It is about 20km away from Puri, and on Puri-Bhubneshwar highway. The Temple Sakshi Gopal inherits Radhe Krishna temple with an iconic touch.

This temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna. It is wonderful place to visit and one can meditate at their courtyard.

It is quite impressive to see attractive statue of Radhe Krishna and enough to fall in love. One can enjoy eternal peace at premises and nice place to visit with family.

Swargadwar Beach, Puri tourist places

It is a sea beach in Puri, the city Puri has grown around the beach like Puri Beach, Golden Beach, Balighat Beach any many more but Swargadwar beach is also one of them.

Swargadwar beach is the most famous beach in Puri. It is one of the largest and finest beach in the city which is situated very close to Jagannath temple.

There is more attraction here that is Sand art, it is very common on beach arting by renowned sand artists. It is great place to enjoy with their loved one durig in afternoon and evening. It is safe to take bath as the lifeguards deployed here.

Shree Loknath Temple, Puri tourist places

The temple of Shree Loknath is situated about 2.5km to the west of Lord Jagannath Temple of Puri.

Tourist can get regular buses either from railway station or from Swargadwar frequently to visit this temple.

The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, a valuable Shaiva Peeth in Odisha. The architecture of the temple is Odishan custom with four parts as Vimna ( the main temple), Jagmohan ( entrance hall ), Natamandir ( the dancing hall) & the Bhogmandapa ( offering hall).

The outer walls are housed with the images of Shiva Parvati, Lord Kartikeya, Lord Ganesha, The innermost chamber of the temple houses a Shiva Linga, the presiding deity.

This lingam can only be viewed only once in a year as it is under water throughout the year by a natural fountain.

Only 3 days before the Shivaratri festival, the water is drained out & the lingam is visible.

This time thousands of devotees assembled there to worship the deity. Lord Loknath is closely linked with the temple of Lord Jagannath as He is the guardian deity of the Ratnabhandara ( treasure house ) in Puri temple, is associated with several festivals in Jagannath temple.

Balihara chandi Temple, Puri tourist places

The temple is situated about 27 km from Puri and a famous tourist spot in Odisha. It is dedicated to Goddess Durga, It present on a sandy mound just off the beach near the Lake Chilika.

The rituals followed at the temple are alike to the Lord Jagannath temple. The Goddess here is said to be very powerful and it is also said that She always saves local residents from the overseas waves.

Buses or Taxi easily available and the best way to reach here. It is also a great place to enjoy picnic here with friends and family.

Items required for picnic like utensils, gas stove and gas cylinder etc are easily available on rent in the shops located at the picnic spot and has a good cemented parking area for vehicles.

Chilka Wildlife Sanctuary, Puri tourist places

Situated to the south west of Puri, covering a extensive area of 1100 sq kms, Chilika Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the most visited wildlife sanctuaries in Odisha and famous as Puri tourist places.

This wildlife sanctuary houses to a variety of migratory and local birds such as White Bellied, Flamingo, Sea Eagle, Spotbilled Pelican, Brahminy Kite, Barheaded Goose, Openbilled Stork, Spoonbill, Brahimny Duck, Wigeon, Pintail, Ibis, Stilt, Heron, Egret, Shoveller, Avocet, Gull, Tern and King Fisher etc.

Apart from residents and migratory birds, Chilika Wildlife Sanctuary is also home to Blackbuck, Spotted Deer, Hyenas, Jackals and many more. Rich in aquatic wildlife, this sanctuary houses Dolphin, Prawn, Limbless Lizard, Crab and Crustaceans.

The sunrise and sunset at Chilika Wildlife Sanctuary is very famous among the visitors.

Many people especially goes to this sanctuary for this splendid view sunset. Kalijai Temple is one of the most popular tourist attractions near Chilika Wildlife Sanctuary.

This temple is dedicated to Goddess Kalijai. Each fisher man visits Kalijai Temple before going on a fishing expedition at Chilka Lake. Reasonably priced boats can be hired from Balugaon and Barkul for the sanctuary.

How to Reach Puri

Puri By Air:

        Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar (BBI), is 60 km away from Puri with good connectivity with other major Airport. Busses, Cab or Taxi available to reach desire location or Hotels.

Puri By Train:

Puri (PURI) is major railhead in the city Puri wiith good connectivity with other major station. It can be reached by railways as good number of trains directly operates from Kolkata, New Delhi, Sambalpur and Ahmedabad to Puri.. After getting down at the station auto, car, taxis available to reach Hotels or desire located.

Puri By Bus:

        One can get regular bus from other Major City and reach Puri. It is well connected to others Major city like Ranchi, Kolkata, Cuttack, Bhuneshwar, Rourkela, Raipur, Bokaro, Hazaribag etc and many more places can be reach By Booking Bus by online or offline services with AC or Non AC coaches. Orissa State Road Transport Corporation (OSRTC) bus also available to reach Puri.

Where to stay in Puri

Puri(PURI) railway station is located centrally and is the best place to stay with good connectivity with most of the popular Puri tourist places. One can easily get good hotels and It cost under 700-1500/-Per Night depends on Pick and off seasons. This travel itinerary is based on Puri (PURI) railway station.

Best Time To Visit Puri

                  It is among one of the place where visitors visit through-out the year with moderate temperature. The period from October to March is regarded as the best time to visit Puri. Winter months are relatively cold with a maximum and minimum temperature of 27°C and 16°C, respectively. Winter season consider as the best time to visit Puri.

Puri travel guide

                  Book your hotel near Puri(PURI) railway station which is located centrally. From there you can book taxi for sightseeing also. It is also best place to check-in and check-out. Some of the Puri tourist places are situated centrally like Jagannath temple, Puri beach and Narendra pokhari, light house which one can cover by book auto rest of all place one can go for book full day car.

Choose your itinerary as you are comfortable, It means if you reach early pick full-Day tour. If you reach Noon or Evening choose short day tour.

• Day 1- Day 1 if you reach early than book full day Car which cover almost all popular area.            
• Day 2, Day 3, Day 4, are optional if one want to spend more time thant they can cover many popula Place, which is listed below in itinerary section.

Puri Itinerary for 3-4 days

Puri tourist places Day 1

• Puri Beach
• Narendra Pokhari(Sarovar)
• Jagannath Temple
• Swargadwar Sea Beach
• Puri Light House

Puri tourist places Day 2

• Chilika Lake
• Chilika Wildlife Sanctury
• Nalabana Bird Sanctuary

Puri tourist places Day 3

• Konark Sun Temple
• Konark Sea Beach

Puri tourist places Day 4

• Balihara chandi Temple
• Sakshi Gopal Temple
• Balukhand Wildlife Sanctuary
• Sri Sri Sonar Gouranga Mandir

Puri Travel Cost for 1 Couple for 2 Night & 3 Days.

• Food-2 Days                                    : 2000/-             
• Travel cost                                       : 3000/-             
• Hotel-1 Days                                   : 2000/-            
• Other Activity                                  : 3000/-

Total cost around 2500-6000/-Rs for One Couple for 2 Night & 3 Days. You Can Negotiate and plan your own trip as per Distance, Enjoyment, Food, Transport and stay.

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