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Puri, the abode of Lord Jagannath, is situated in the eastern part of Orissa and is one of the four holy dhams of Hinduism. Puri is also called "Sri Purusottama Dham" or "Martya Vaikuntha", the abode of Lord Vishnu on earth. It is located at a distance of 60 kms from the state capital Bhubaneshwar.

Attractions In & Around

Bada Danda :- This is the Grand Road and is as wide as a modern freeway. It extends from the Jagannath Temple to the Gundicha Temple, and is the scene of the great Festival of the Chariots or Ratha Yatra.

Balighai :- Just 8 kms away from the crowds of Puri, on the mouth of River Nuanai, Balighai has excellent beach and the Sea Turtle Research center. Its serene environs are an ideal getaway from the tensions of the city life.

Chilka Lake :- Situated southwest of Puri, Chilka is the largest fresh water lake in Asia (65 kms long, 8-20 kms wide, about 2 m deep). One can enjoy boating on the shimmering blue waters and in leisure one can enjoy fishing.

Gundicha Mandir :- This temple is located at the end of Grand road about 3 kms northeast of the Jagannatha temple. At the time of the Rath Yatra festival, Lord Jagannatha goes to the Gundicha temple and stays there for one week and returns back to His original temple. Gundicha is also the name of the king Indradyumna, who originally established the temple of Jagannatha.

Raghurajpur :- Famous for its Patta Chitra paintings, this artists village is 14 kms from Puri, makes an interesting excursion. No village is more involved in preserving India’s priceless skills than Orissa's Raghurajpur with its thatched, brick, houses on high plinths with sit-out platforms and artists busy at work.

Ramgarh Lake :- A huge artificial lake created by constructing a high bund amidst tree-covered hills. While the temple of Jamwa Mata and the ruins of the old fort are some of its antiquities, its beautiful landscape makes it an idyllic picnic spot.

Sakshigopal :- The shrine of Lord Sakshigopal is only 20 kms away from Puri. The sacred feet of Shri Radha can however be only seen on 'Anala nawami' day.

Shri Jagannath Temple :- The Temple of Lord Jagannath (Lord of the Universe) built during the 12th century A.D. by Chodaganga Deva dominates the landscape for kilometers around. Being the tallest temple (65 metres) in Orissa, it is one of the most magnificent pieces of monuments of India.

The Beach :- The fine white sands of Puri beach and the roar of the breakers rolling in from the Bay of Bengal have fascinated visitors throughout the years. The local fishermen, with their catamarans and wide-brimmed cane hats, are also expert masseurs. With excellent hotels and guesthouses, the Puri beach is an ideal holiday spot.

Getting in, Around & Away
AIR : Bhubaneswar is the nearest airport, 62kms away, with regular flights to Delhi, Calcutta, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Mumbai
RAIL : Puri has direct train service to and from Calcutta, New Delhi, Ahmedabad, Vishakhapatnam, Vijayawada, and Tirupati.

Tourist Information Center
1 Tourist Information Centers(Govt)
Tourist office, Berhampur - New Bus stand (1st floor), Puri, Orissa – 760004
Phone: 91-6752-203226

Tourist Counter - Railway station, Puri, Orissa - 760004.
Phone: 91-6752-203870

Tourist Office - VIP chhak, station road, Puri, Orissa - 752002.

Tourist office, Barkul - Dist. Khurda, Puri, Orissa - 752030