Foreigners have camped in Puri, no one is going to come for 9 days, you too should reach there soon

The Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath 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 celebrated to celebrate 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 the Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath?

Direct trains are available from Delhi to Puri, Agra to Puri and Kolkata to Puri. If your budget is good then you can also take a flight or 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 airport is Bhubaneswar Airport located 53 km away and Visakhapatnam Airport of Andhra Pradesh is 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

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 come to worship at the temple. The grandeur of the temple architecture spreads all around it. Adorned with the finest carvings and sculptures, the temple is a treat to the eyes. If you are going to witness the Rath Yatra, do not forget to visit the Jagannath Temple.

Puri Beach

There are many famous beaches in eastern India, one of which is Puri Beach. This beach has golden sand. Due to which it is famous as Golden Beach. You must come here once in your life and see the sunrise and sunset. This beach is also best for those who like adventure. Here you will find many famous beaches like Puri Beach.
Here 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.

I fought the 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 Disa state. The salty water of this island gives birth to many unique reptiles and birds. Due to the 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 with them. Let us tell you, more than 150 species of birds come here in different seasons. Here you will get to see everything from Goliath heron to pink stork, raptor to spotted sandpiper, black-tailed godwits, black-headed ibis and flamingos.

Ficus religiosa

Even before the Bollywood film 'Peepli Live', the city of Pipli was famous for its handicrafts and markets full of beautiful statues. If you come to Puri, then definitely visit Pipli Town. After coming to this market, you will not understand 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 get to see locally made handicrafts, shoes, handbags as well as statues of gods and birds and flowers and animals. It is a must for shopping lovers to come here.