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Puri
The Lord, the Cult & the Ocean
About
The most famous tourist address of the State, the city is synonymous with Lord Jagannath & his siblings Lord Balabhadra & Goddess Subhadra.
History
The ancient city and its history are intertwined with Lord Jagannath. The city is one of the Char Dham’s (Four sacred places) of India. The Char Dham’s were established by Adi Shankaracharya. Besides the cult of Lord Jagannath & the mysticism attached with Puri, It’s one of the few destinations where one can combine spiritual salvation with fun & adventure. The city is dotted with many old shrines and Matha’s (Ashram’s) each having its own little story which weaves itself in the larger canvas attached with Lord Jagannath.
The variety of options for tourists that Puri offers, makes it a wholesome tourist destination.
See to Believe
Below is a visual treat of Puri. Enjoy the immersive experience and experience the 360 degree views and virtual tours which are soon going to enhance your visual journey!
Top Attractions
Get enraptured by a myriad of tourist attractions in Puri ranging from monuments of ancient history, breathtaking temple architecture, art & craft villages & pristine beaches that never ceases to amaze. Scroll the list below to continue unravelling the secrets of Odisha
Top Experiences
Below is our low-down on the must try activities and experiences in and around Puri. Plan your stay to coincide with some of these events to get completely entrenched in the culture and heritage of Odisha. We assure you that the below list will leave you Odisha Amazed!
Alarnath Temple
Locatedin Brahmagiri, The Alarnath Temple is a revered shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu worshipped as Lord Alarnath. It is believed that those who cannot worship Lord Jagannath during his stay in the sick chamber can get the blessings of the deity if they visit the Alarnath temple.
Loknath Temple
Built in the 11th Century AD, the temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is revered temple from a cultural point of view of Odisha.The unique feature of the temple is that the Lingam is submerged under a natural underground fountain.Every year three days before Shivaratri Festival, on the occasion of PankoddharEkadasi, water is cleared and thousands of devotees flock to get a glimpse of the revered Lingam.
Jambeswara Temple
Also known as Yameswar Temple, is one of the most significant yet unknown landmarks of Puri. The temple is associated very closely with the Jagannath Temple. Historians believed it was constructed between the 10th and 11 Century AD.The presiding deity is Lord Shiva who is worshiped as Yameswara.Getting There
Essentials Cheat Sheet
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Where to Eat
- Being a tourist hub, Puri is dotted with restaurants catering to tourists of every genre. The bylanes of the old part of the city has small eateries, which serves the most authentic Odia cuisine.
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Travelling Essentials
- During winters – Jacket & Woolens are a must.Summers – are hot and can be humid. You are advised to carry Cap/Hat & sunscreen lotions.
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Best Time to Visit
- Throughout the year
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Etiquette
- Greeting locals with a Namaste works wonders.People are generally friendly and helpful.People are generally friendly and helpful.Apart from Odia, people are conversant in Hindi and a bit of English.
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Climate
- Its tropical climate- with hot & humid summers & pleasant winters.
Nearby Destinations
Wish to make the best of your trip to Puri ? Make sure your itinerary covers these below must-see destinations close to Puri.Most of these are highly coveted on every tourists bucket list and can be reached from Puri in a matter of hours. We have found 10 such places close to Puri that will maximize your Experience-Odisha!
Stay
There's a variety of options for you to stay at. From Star Rated Hotels, Eco Tour Nature Camps equipped with state of the art swiss tents and facilities to OTDC Government Hotels, Bed Breakfasts and Homestays to choose from. Browse the list below to choose your preferred accomodation.
Eco Retreat Konark
Ramachandi Beach,Konark
Accomodation Details
- Presidential Luxury Swiss Cottage Tents
- Premium Swiss Cottage Tents
- Deluxe Swiss Cottage Tents
Eco Retreat Satkosia
Baliput,Satkosia
Accomodation Details
- Deluxe Swiss Cottage Tents
Eco Retreat Bhitarkanika
Nalitapatia,Bhitarkanika
Accomodation Details
- Maharaja Tent
- Maharaja AC Tent
- Premium Swiss Cottage
- Economy Swiss Cottage
Eco Retreat Daringbadi
Daringbadi
Accomodation Details
- Deluxe Swiss Cottage Tents
Eco Retreat Hirakud
Hirakud
Accomodation Details
- Deluxe AC Swiss Cottage
Trails/ Packages Covering Puri
Like what you see? Looking to have a well rounded experience in Odisha? Scroll to see a list of the choicest of curated pre-packaged tours covering the most coveted destinations in Odisha.Browse the list and see details of the trail/package which interests you most. Contact the Dept. Of Tourism recogonized Travel Agent who has published the tour and finalize your trip to Odisha today!
Find a Travel Agent
Below is a list of Travel Agents/Tour Operators who are recognized by the Dept. Of Tourism and are trusted Local Specialists. Contact them today to plan a well rounded trip to Odisha and getting the best deals! Their packages cover everything from the most visited to the off-beat, from the most ancient to the most urbane, from mountains to beaches, from the wild city life to the spending nights under a cieling of stars in the actual wilderness! Click on the contact button and get a call back now!
Odisha Beckons
Did You Know?
Adi Shankaracharya designated Lord Jagannath temple in Puri as one of the Char Dham for pilgrimages in India.
Did You Know?
It is believed that Lord Vishnu bathes in Rameswaram, dresses up in Dwarka, lunches at Puri & retires for the day at Badrinath. Hence the Mahaprasad or food offerings of lord Jagannath temple has a touch of divinity attached to it.
Did You Know?
Lord Jagannath’s kitchen is the largest kitchen in the world, with 400 cooks working around 200 hearths to feed over 10,000 people each day.
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