Puri, one of India's four sacred Char Dham pilgrimage sites, is a destination where devotion meets the ocean breeze. The city's heartbeat is the majestic Jagannath Temple, a centuries-old marvel where timeless rituals are performed daily. But beyond the temple's towering spire lies a vibrant coastal culture — bustling fish markets at dawn, colorful sand art competitions, and beachside evenings filled with the sound of conch shells and the smell of roasted peanuts.
Wander through narrow lanes lined with sweet shops selling Khaja and Rasabali, watch skilled artisans in Raghurajpur painting intricate Pattachitra scrolls, or take a boat ride on the shimmering waters of Chilika Lake. In Puri, every sunrise feels like a blessing and every sunset a celebration of life's simple beauty.
A sacred pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Jagannath.
Golden sands, gentle waves, and mesmerizing sunsets.
A UNESCO World Heritage site and architectural marvel.
Asia's largest brackish water lagoon, home to migratory birds.
An artisan village famous for Pattachitra paintings.
November to February
Dalma, Khaja, Mahaprasad
Rath Yatra (July)
By train, bus, or Bhubaneswar airport