Indian City: Puri - Orrisa

Ratha Yatara - PuriPuri - City of Lord Vishnu [Jagannath]

This coastal historic city which dates back to 3rd century B.C. is famous for being the adobe of Lord Jagannath [Vishnu], spiritual and religious atmosphere, most picturesque and scenic sea shore, Konark Sun Temple, architectural excellence, country's largest backwater lake "Chilka Lake"  and annually held celebration Ratha Yatara. Odesi style of dance and music have originating roots with city. 

How to reach Puri By Train:

This city from S.E. rail network have super fast train links with many cities like New Mumbai, Delhi,Guwahati , Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Okha,  Thiruvanantapuram Calcutta and Tirupati etc.

How to reach Puri By Road:

State highway connects the city with capital city Bhubaneshwar.

How to reach Puri By Air:

Nearest airport with domestic flight facility is Bhubaneshwar[60 odd km]

Significant Tourist Attractions of Puri

Temple of Lord Jagannath

Aruna Stambh 16 sided monolithic pillar (11 metres high)

Other important temples

Gundicha Temple

Lokanath Temple

Sunaragauranga Temple

Tota Gopinatt Temple.

Holy tanks : Narendra, Markandeya, Sweta Ganga and Indradyumna.

Chilka Lake

Konark Sun Temple

Puri Beach

 

Puri - Konark Hotels

 
 
 

 

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