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9 Days of Cultural Bliss: Puri & Kolkata

Dip Ghosh

Dip Ghosh

15 Jan 2024

Embark on a mesmerizing journey through the enchanting cities of Puri and Kolkata. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage, visit iconic landmarks, and experience the vibrant atmosphere. From ancient temples to stunning beaches, this itinerary is a perfect blend of history, spirituality, and natural beauty.

Trip to Puri

Day 1Unveiling the Artistic Treasures of Puri
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$8

Sudarshan Crafts Museum
Stone statues, wood carvings & other art displayed & sold at a Japanese-style Buddhist temple.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$8
8 - 10 min

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Shree Jagannatha Temple Puri
1161 complex & revered pilgrimage destination, with a main temple & 30 smaller surrounding ones.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 2Sun, Sand, and Serenity: Puri's Golden Beach
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$6

Golden Beach
A Hindu sacred place, this busy beach is the site of the annual Puri Beach Festival & sand displays.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$6
5 - 8 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
Day 3Wildlife Encounters at Balukhand-Konark Sanctuary
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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

Budget breakdown: $141 In total

Activities & Food:$134
Transport:$8

Trip to Kolkata

Day 1Unveiling the Artistic Treasures of Puri
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$15

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$ 2

Howrah Bridge
Bustling cantilever road bridge opened since 1943 and spanning the Hooghly River.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$4
24 - 29 min

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Zoological Garden, Alipore
Established in the 1870s, India's oldest zoo is a popular attraction & has 100+ species of animals.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$11
Day 2Sun, Sand, and Serenity: Puri's Golden Beach
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$23

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$ 3

James Prinsep Ghat
1841 ghat featuring a monument with Greek & Gothic details in a parklike setting with bridge views.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$4
9 - 11 min

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Maidan
The largest urban park in West Bengal, home of Eden Gardens cricket stadium & a race course.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$4
10 - 12 min

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Eden Gardens
Major, 66,000-capacity cricket ground hosting Indian Premier League and international matches.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$15
Day 3Wildlife Encounters at Balukhand-Konark Sanctuary
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$23

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$ 2

Victoria Memorial
Elegant, domed, white marble museum, opened in 1921, housing displays on the history of Kolkata.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$19
12 - 15 min

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Millennium Park
Scenic shoreline park with balustrades overlooking the water, landscaped gardens & amusement rides.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$4
Day 4Iconic Bridges and Majestic Zoological Gardens
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$15

Science City - Kolkata
Interactive garden with a maze & children's play equipment at a landmark science & tech museum.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$15
Day 5Riverside Serenade at James Prinsep Ghat
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$30

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$ 2

Nicco Park
Theme park with attractions aimed at families & children, with a rollercoaster & water rides.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$23
60 - 72 min

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Belur Math
Temples, shrines & a museum dedicated to spiritual guru Sri Ramakrishna spread over a vast site.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$8
Day 6Exploring Kolkata's Green Oasis: The Maidan
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$15

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$ 2

Indian Museum
Indian heritage museum with sections on archaeology, art, anthropology and geology, founded in 1814.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$11
52 - 63 min

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Dakshineswar Kali Temple
9 ornate spires top this riverside red and cream 1800s temple, with shrines to Krishna and Vishnu.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$4

Budget breakdown: $141 In total

Activities & Food:$134
Transport:$8