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3 Days in Puri: Beaches, Temples, and Wildlife

Rahul Rokkam

Rahul Rokkam

11 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey to Puri, Odisha, India and discover the captivating beauty of its golden beaches, ancient temples, and exotic wildlife. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of this enchanting city as you explore the Statue of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, Golden Beach, Sudarshan Crafts Museum, Shree Jagannatha Temple, Markandeswar Temple, Narendra Pokhari, Shree Gundicha Temple, Sudam Sand Art Museum, and Balukhand-Konark Wildlife Sanctuary.

Trip to Puri

Day 1Unveiling the Divine and Basking in Golden Sands
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$18

Statue of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu
Adjacent to a Hindu temple, this monument & shrine to a famed spiritual leader face out to sea.
8:00 AM - 8:15 AM
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Free
8 - 11 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.
8:45 AM - 10:45 AM
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$8
5 - 6 min

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Sudarshan Crafts Museum
Stone statues, wood carvings & other art displayed & sold at a Japanese-style Buddhist temple.
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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$10
Day 2Sacred Temples and Serene Lakes
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$0

Shree Jagannatha Temple Puri
1161 complex & revered pilgrimage destination, with a main temple & 30 smaller surrounding ones.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Markandeswar Temple 🛕
Elaborate carvings & statues at a pink & white temple complex with a pool for holy bathing.
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Narendra Pokhari
Considered to be sacred, this large lake features boat rides to the center island with a temple.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Shree Gundicha Temple, Puri, Odisha, India
This Kalinga-style sandstone Hindu temple dedicated to Jagannath is surrounded by gardens.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 3Artistic Marvels and Wildlife Encounters
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$10

Sudam Sand Art Museum
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$10
2 - 3 min

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Balukhand - Konark Wildlife Sanctuary
Wildlife sanctuary along the Bay of Bengal, home to native antelopes, sea turtles & temples.
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $28 In total

Activities & Food:$28