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Foreigners have set up camp in Puri, no one is going to move for 9 days, you should also reach there quickly


Lord Jagannath’s Rath Yatra is going to start from July 7 in Puri, Odisha, which will last for 9 days. This journey is eagerly awaited throughout the year. Let us tell you, the enchanting Rath Yatra festival is an annual festival that Lord Jagannath, also known as Lord Krishna. This journey starts from the second day of Shukla Paksha during the month of Ashadh, so its dates keep changing from year to year. This year this festival is being celebrated from July 7 and will end on July 16, 2024. People from all over the country and abroad come to participate in the Rath Yatra, the city of Lord Jagannath is completely immersed in devotion. If you are also coming to Odisha to participate in the Rath Yatra, then know which are the tourist places here.

How to reach to see Lord Jagannath’s Rath Yatra

Direct trains are available from Delhi to Puri, Agra to Puri and Kolkata to Puri. If your budget is good, you can also take a flight or you can reach Puri by road. Puri Railway Station is the nearest railway station to Jagannath Puri which is 3.33 km away. If you are coming by flight, then there is no airport in Puri but the nearest airports are Bhubaneswar Airport located 53 km away and Visakhapatnam Airport in Andhra Pradesh 368 km away. According to your convenience, see which airport to land at. After which you can reach Puri by road from there.

Jagannath Temple

Jagannath Temple

The holy abode of Lord Jagannath or the Lord of the Universe, the Jagannath Temple is one of the most famous temples not only in Odisha but in India. Thousands of devotees from different parts of the country and the world visit the temple to pay homage to the presiding deity. The architectural splendor of the temple is spread all around it. Adorned with exquisite carvings and sculptures, the temple is a treat to the eyes. If you are visiting to witness the Rath Yatra, do not forget to visit the Jagannath Temple.

Puri Beach

Puri Beach

There are many famous beaches in eastern India, one of which is Puri beach. The beach has golden sand. Due to which it is famous as Golden Beach. You must come here once in life and see the sunrise and sunset. This beach is also best for adventure lovers. Here you will find many famous beaches like Puri Beach.
You will get to do activities like kayaking, surfing, jet skiing and boating. Overall, this beach is a fun beach, where you can come with your friends and family and have a lot of fun.

Nalabana Bird Sanctuary

Nalabana Bird Sanctuary

If you are fond of watching different types of birds, then you can also visit Nalabana Bird Sanctuary. It is located near Chilika Lake in the state of Disa. The salty water of this island gives birth to many unique reptiles and birds. Due to open green fields and trees, you will get to see different types of birds here all the time. Bird watchers come here with their cameras and take lifelong memories. Let us tell you, in different seasons, more than 150 species of birds come here. Here you will get to see everything from Goliath heron to pink stork, raptors to spotted sandpiper, black-tailed godwits, black-headed ibis and flamingos.

Peepli

Peepli

Even before the Bollywood film ‘Pipli Live’, the town of Pipli was famous for its handicrafts and markets full of beautiful sculptures. If you come to Puri, you must visit Pipli Town. After coming to this market, you will not know what to leave and what to buy. After coming here, you will feel like buying everything. Here you can buy household items from custom made pillow covers to duvar and bedsheets. In the market, you will also get to see locally made handicrafts, shoes, handbags as well as statues of gods and birds and flowers and animals. For shopping lovers, a visit here is a must.

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