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5 Days in Puri: Unveiling Ancient Marvels and Coastal Delights

Angan Dasgupta

Angan Dasgupta

14 Jan 2024

Embark on a captivating journey to Puri, where ancient temples, serene beaches, and vibrant culture await. Immerse yourself in the intricate sand art at Sudam Sand Art Museum, witness the craftsmanship at Sudarshan Crafts Museum, and seek blessings at the sacred Markandeswar Temple. Explore the Balukhand-Konark Wildlife Sanctuary, discover the tranquility of Narendra Pokhari and Markandeya Tank, and experience divine bliss at the majestic Shree Jagannatha Temple. Uncover the rich history at Netaji Museum, unwind at the Golden Beach, and pay homage to Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu's statue. Finally, bask in the sun at Swargadwar Sea Beach and rejuvenate at Mahatma Gandhi Park.

Trip to Puri

Day 1Art, Crafts, and Divine Blessings
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$25

Sudam Sand Art Museum
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$13
14 - 17 min

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Sudarshan Crafts Museum
Stone statues, wood carvings & other art displayed & sold at a Japanese-style Buddhist temple.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$13
6 - 8 min

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Shree Gundicha Temple, Puri, Odisha, India
This Kalinga-style sandstone Hindu temple dedicated to Jagannath is surrounded by gardens.
No time set
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Free
Day 2Wildlife Adventure in Balukhand-Konark
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$0

Balukhand - Konark Wildlife Sanctuary
Wildlife sanctuary along the Bay of Bengal, home to native antelopes, sea turtles & temples.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Konark temple
No time set
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Free
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Day 3Sacred Tanks and Spiritual Serenity
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$0

Narendra Pokhari
Considered to be sacred, this large lake features boat rides to the center island with a temple.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
16 - 23 min

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Markandeya Tank
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Shree Jagannatha Temple Puri
1161 complex & revered pilgrimage destination, with a main temple & 30 smaller surrounding ones.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 4History, Beaches, and Spiritual Icons
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$10

Netaji Museum
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Golden Beach
A Hindu sacred place, this busy beach is the site of the annual Puri Beach Festival & sand displays.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$10
8 - 11 min

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Statue of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu
Adjacent to a Hindu temple, this monument & shrine to a famed spiritual leader face out to sea.
12:00 PM - 12:15 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Niladri Beach
No time set
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Free
Day 5Sun, Sand, and Serenity
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$7

Swargadwar Sea Beach
Beach strip known for a buzzing night market with stalls selling seafood, clothing & jewelry.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$6
8 - 10 min

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Mahatma Gandhi Park
Family-friendly park featuring a toy train ride, musical fountain, ornamental plants & a lotus pond.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Mayfair beach
No time set
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Free

Budget breakdown: $42 In total

Activities & Food:$42