Location: Puri
Top Things to do in Puri
Top 10 Free Things to do in Puri, Odisha
Puri ( listen (help·info)) is a city and a Municipality in the state of Odisha in eastern India. It is the district headquarters of Puri district and is situated on the Bay of Bengal, 60 kilometres (37 mi) south of the state capital of Bhubaneswar. It is also known as Sri Jagannath Dham after the 12th-century Jagannath Temple located in the city. It is one of the original Char Dham pilgrimage sites for Hindus.
Restaurants in Puri
1. Grass Routes Private Day Tours
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5.0 based on 80 reviews
Grass Routes provide opportunities for travellers to engage with local communities by working in partnership with the people whose lives; stories and experiences make our authentic journeys so unique. Crafting authentic journeys and bridges cultural boundaries to ensure outstanding travel experiences.
2. Ratha Yatra
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
Held annually in Puri in the state of Orissa, the Ratha Yatra is a religious festival dedicated to the god Jagannath (usually considered a form of the god Krishna). Sometimes referred to as the Chariot Festival, festivities involve putting deities of Jagannath and his siblings on chariots and transporting them to the Gundicha Temple in a long and festive procession. These huge, lively processions attract millions of devotees every year.
3. Jagannath Temple
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4.5 based on 2,771 reviews
Reviewed By 2105bimal - Chandigarh, India
Nothing can describe the ultimate pilgrimage of Hindu religion. The seat of Lord Jagannath, literally the king of the world. From the vast temple complex, to the intricate carvings on the walls of the structure,to the flag which always flies in the opposite direction of the wind to the sanctum sanctorum where only the privileged see the Lord and his siblings is a very humbling experience. The kitchen is huge and cooking is done for approximately 50000 people daily by an army of cooks in only earthen vessels on a wood fire and water drawn from wells within the complex. This temple along with Konark should be on top of the bucket list when visiting Odisha, India.
4. Vimala Temple
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4.5 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By Padmini15 - Mumbai, India
The Bimala Temple is a Shakti Peetha in the South Western side within the Jagannath temple complex.The Goddess is considered to be the gurdian of Lord Jagannath and such is the importance of this temple that the prasad offered to Lord Jagannath is complete and becomes Maha prasad only after the offering is made to the Goddess!!
5. Raghurajpur Artist Village
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4.5 based on 418 reviews
Reviewed By Peshwa - Mumbai, India
This is a fatastic art & craft Heritage Village , which tries to preserve local handicrafts especially Pattachitra , with all mythological themes , and palm leaf etching painting etc . A must visit for art afficinados ...lots of orginal art works you can pick up for your home ..please do not bargain with the local artisans ..
6. Baliharachandi Beach
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4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By robinsongreat007 - Bharuch, India
Baliharachandi Beach is good place for picnic. In the evening time there is wonderful sunset point scenery. Good for photography
7. Balukhand Wildlife Sanctuary
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4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By SaddviAndalwala - Jharkhand, India
The forest was sparse but lush-green and had a number of wild birds, monkeys and snakes. The trees were marked by their names and species. I loved the chirping on the tree tops and the buzzing of crickets.
8. Konark Beach
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4.5 based on 569 reviews
Reviewed By debs871 - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
Eco retreat opened by the Odisha govt on the beach near Konark. Excellent concept of staying in tents on the beach with all modern amenities but in an eco friendly way. There are cycles for taking and many water sports. Delicious food
9. Baliharachandi Temple
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4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By AnkurM398 - Ghaziabad, India
This temple is located around 30 kms from Puri and one may get here by an auto. There is a beautiful beach nearby. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga, The temple has very beautiful atmosphere. One must come here for spiritual as well as mental well being.
10. Varahi Deula Temple
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4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By AnkurM398 - Ghaziabad, India
An ancient temple with amazing architecture as well as green surroundings. The Varahi Deula Temple is a very peaceful temple complex to visit. The Carvings on the walls are just amazing. One must visit it for spiritual as well as mental well being.
