Tour to Puri India

About Puri

Puri is one of the most captivating tourist destinations in India. It is located in Orissa which is one of the top tourism states in India. Puri is visited by most of the people for religious reasons as it is one of the four most holy 'Dhams' (holy places) of the Hindus. But a large number of tourists come here to have unlimited fun. Travel to Puri is exciting and energetic as you can take part in various adventures of the land. Then, most importantly, you may get an opportunity to view the unparalleled beauty of rising and setting sun. The attraction of Puri is that tourists discover the fact that the whole city is dominated by two great forces namely the sea and the temple of Lord Jagannath. So take travel to Puri and add some unforgettable moments in your life.

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History of Puri

It is believed that Puri was a densely wooded hill which was inhabited by a tribe called Sabaras. It was a pre-Aryan and pre-Dravidian tribe. It is said that the present Jagannath Temple was built by the illustrious ruler of the Ganga dynasty named Chodaganga Dev in twelfth century. Some valiant kings of the Surya dynasty like A.D. Kapilendra Dev, Purusottam Dev and Prataprudra Dev added glory and grandeur to the history, art and culture of the land. Even during the Mughal and Maratha rule Jagannath worship did not lose its importance. Your travel to Puri will help you come close to the constructions given shape by these rulers.

How to Reach Puri by Air

Getting to Puri is possible by flights and trains. Bhubaneswar is the nearest airport to Puri. In just 3 to 4 hours one can reach to this beautiful city. Indian Airlines operates flights to Hyderabad, Calcutta, Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai from Bhubaneswar and vice versa.

How to Reach Puri by Rail

The South East railways connect Puri to the cities in Eastern India. Bhubaneswar is situated on the main Kolkata-Chennai line so most of the trains stop here. At 2.30 pm the Coromandal Express leaves from Kolkata and arrives in Bhubaneswar at 10 pm. The Howrah-Puri Exp is one of the best trains to reach Puri. This train leaves Howrah at 10 pm and arrives at Bhubaneswar at 5.40 am the next morning. From here it moves on to Puri, arriving at 8.10 am. These modes of transportations make your travel to Puri an unforgettable experience.

Tourist Attractions in Puri

The main attractions of Puri for which tourists venture this fabulous land are the soft sandy beaches covering a huge area, the unbelievable site of nature beauty in the morning and in the evening and the glorious temple of Lord Jagannath. Some other famous temples in Puri are Lokanath Temple and Gundicha Temple. Grand Rathayatra is one of the major attractions in Puri. The soft waves are tempting and taking bath in the sea is a pleasant experience. Tour to Puri India

Hotels in Puri

The South Eastern Railway Hotel is one of the most famous hotels in Puri. It is acclaimed for its spacious rooms and the lifestyle maintained over here. Tour to Puri India

These places are must visit during travel to Puri. Puri is also a right place for shopping and entertainment.

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