Places To Visit In Puri Sightseeing

Jagannath Temple is one of the major Hindu Temples in India. The primary deity of the temple is Lord Jagannath, who is a form of Lord Vishnu. Interestingly, unlike the statues found in other Hindu temple, the statue of Lord Jagannath is carved from wood and is replaced every 12 years. The Temple is a part of the Char Dham Hindu pilgrimage and is a must visit attraction in Puri.

Puri Beach is the site of the annual beach festival and is also a sacred place for the Hindus. The beach is a common sight for sand art and is one of the most peaceful beaches to visit while visiting in winters.

Chilika Wildlife Sanctuary is spread across an area of 1100 sq kilometers. The sanctuary is located by the eponymous Chilika Lake which makes the area the largest coastal lagoon in India and the second largest in the world. The sanctuary is home to a large verity of fauna and avi-fauna species and is a definitive photographer’s delight.

Atharnala is a medieval bridge that is exemplified by the 18 passages it comprises of. The Bridge is considered a protected archeological heritage and is 85 meters in length. The best time to visit again is during the winter months when the views of the surroundings can be enjoyed at their best.

Gundicha Ghar Temple was built by the queen of King Indradyumna the founder of the 1st Jagannath temple. The temple is located right next to the Jagannath Temple and is a common place of the festivities during the annual car festival known as the ‘Ratha Yatra’. The architecture of the temple is a marvel to behold and is ornate with intricate and artistic stone carvings.

The temple of Sonar Gouranga or Golden Gouranga is located in the North-Eastern direction of the S.E.R. Hotel and near to the Chakratirtha. The Lord Gauranga of Chaitanya group is being worshipped here. .

Konark is well known for its Sun Temple,It is just 35 Km from Puri. It was conceived as a gigantic solar chariot with twelve pairs of exquisitely-ornamented wheels dragged by seven rearing horses. It is the site of the 13th-century Sun Temple.

Chilika It is the largest coastal lagoon in India and the second largest coastal lagoon in the World. Asia's largest freshwater lake, Chilika is 50 Km away from puri. Chilika is a bird watcher's paradise. Lot of migratory birds visit it during winters. The main attraction of Chilika is dolphins.