India /Odisha /Bhubaneswar /Bhubaneswar

Lingaraj Nagar, Old Town, Bhubaneswar

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Detail InformationEdit

Lingaraj temple in Bhubaneshwar is one of the most popular temples of Odisha. Lingaraj temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, also known as ‘Lingaraj’ or Harihara. This magnificent temple is a testimony to Indian architecture at its most mature and fully developed state. The Lingaraj Temple in Bhubaneswar, dedicated to Lord Shiva, or Tribhuvaneswar represents the perfect harmony between Odisha’s architectural style and decorative motifs. The temple is also believed to be Lord Shiva’s choice for a resort over Varanasi.

Lingaraja Temple

HistoryEdit

The donation was made by Raja Pramadi, the younger brother of the Ganga King Anantavarman Chodaganga, in the 11th century. A prominent place of Shiva worship during the early part of the 12th century.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

5:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A

Best Season to VisitEdit

October and March

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A

Video Camera Rs. : N.A

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Green Chillyz ;  Near Rly Station Infronof Congress Bhavan, Master Canteen Chhaka, Bhubaneshwar, OD 751001 ‎ ; Ph/M –  095 38 205209 ; Food Serve –  Indian

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : This place is well connected by road and is easily accessible by taxis. Taxis are also available from Bhubaneshwar charging anywhere from Rs 2,000 to Rs 3,000.

Bus : The New Bus Stand which is located at a distance of 6 km from the town center connects well to the major cities around Bhubaneswar. Bhubaneswar is connected to Puri (56 km) and Konark (36 km by regular bus services.

Train : Bhubaneswar railway station is about 6 km away from the city center. This railhead is well-connected to the metro cities and also to the cities Delhi (Bbs Duronto Exp), Kolkata (Falaknuma Exp), Hyderabad (Konark Express), Chennai (Coromandal Exp), Mumbai (Puri Ltt Sf Exp) and Bangalore (Bbs Ypr Sup Exp).

Air : Biju Patnaik airport at Bhubaneswar is nearly 5 km away from the heart of the city. It costs about Rs 100 by taxi cab. The airport is connected to Delhi and Mumbai. International travelers need to get connections through Delhi.

Others : You need to hire auto, cycle rickshaw or a cab to move around in Bhubaneshwar.

Things to CarryEdit

N.A

Safety / WarningEdit

• Double-check all hotel and restaurant bills for errors.
• Don’t leave cash and valuables in your hotel room. Use room safes where available.
• Keep daily cash in separate pockets.
• Don’t flash jewelry or large sums of money.
• Never pay for anything upfront – including drivers

HelplineEdit

• Police Stations, Lingaraj : 2340475,
• 100Fire Station : 101
• Ambulance : 102

Gallery

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India /Odisha /Bhubaneswar /Bhubaneswar

Kedareshwar Temple Near The Mukteswar Temple, Bhubaneswar. Edit

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Kedareshwar Temple lies at a distance of 4 km from the city. Lord Shiva, known locally by the name ‘Kedareshwar’ is the presiding deity of the temple. Lovers come at the temple to pray for their happy wedlock without any obstacles, owing to the belief that the temple is built at the site where the lovers, Kedar (male) and Gouri (female), were killed.

Kedareswar Temple

HistoryEdit

Kedareshwar Temple is believed to have been built between the last decade of the 11th century and the early part of the 12th century. One of the eight Astasambhu Temples, the ancient temple stands near the yard of the Mukteswara Temple. On the right hand wall of the Jagamohana lies an inscription at the entrance that records the donation of a perpetual lamp to Lord Kedareshwar.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

6.30 AM – 7.00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A

Best Season to VisitEdit

October and March

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 hour

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A

Video Camera Rs. : N.A

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Green Chillyz ;  Near Rly Station Infronof Congress Bhavan, Master Canteen Chhaka, Bhubaneshwar, OD 751001 ‎ ; Ph/M –  095 38 205209 ; Food Serve –  Indian

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : This place is well connected by road and is easily accessible by taxis. Taxis are also available from Bhubaneshwar charging anywhere from Rs 2,000 to Rs 3,000.

Bus : The New Bus Stand which is located at a distance of 6 km from the town center connects well to the major cities around Bhubaneswar. Bhubaneswar is connected to Puri (56 km) and Konark (36 km by regular bus services.

Train : Bhubaneswar railway station is about 6 km away from the city center. This railhead is well-connected to the metro cities and also to the cities Delhi (Bbs Duronto Exp), Kolkata (Falaknuma Exp), Hyderabad (Konark Express), Chennai (Coromandal Exp), Mumbai (Puri Ltt Sf Exp) and Bangalore (Bbs Ypr Sup Exp).

Air : Biju Patnaik airport at Bhubaneswar is nearly 5 km away from the heart of the city. It costs about Rs 100 by taxi cab. The airport is connected to Delhi and Mumbai. International travelers need to get connections through Delhi.

Others : You need to hire auto, cycle rickshaw or a cab to move around in Bhubaneshwar.

Things to CarryEdit

N.A

Safety / WarningEdit

• Double-check all hotel and restaurant bills for errors.
• Don’t leave cash and valuables in your hotel room. Use room safes where available.
• Keep daily cash in separate pockets.
• Don’t flash jewelry or large sums of money.
• Never pay for anything upfront – including drivers

HelplineEdit

• Police Stations, Lingaraj : 2340475,
• 100Fire Station : 101
• Ambulance : 102

Gallery

View All Sight of Bhubaneswar… Click Here

India /Odisha /Bhubaneswar /Bhubaneswar

Kedargauri Temple Bhubaneswar. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Kedargauri Temple alias Kedar Gauri Temple, devoted to Lord Shiva (Kedareswar) and Goddess Gouri (Kedar Gouri) is one of the ancient temples at Bhubaneswar, situated behind the Mukteswar Temple. Kedar Gauri temple is one among the eight Astasambhu temples in Bhubaneswar. The main attraction of Kedar Gauri temple is the 8-feet statue of Hanuman and Goddess Durga standing on a lion. Closely resembling Sidheshwar Temple, the 13.7 meter high Kedar Gauri temple has a Panch-Rath sanctum . The Jagmohana (rectangular hall) has a three-divisional wall with crowning ornaments. The temple premises houses two kunds (ponds) namely Khira Kund and Marichi Kund which are said to have sacred powers. The water from Khira kund is believed to relieves man from the cycle of birth and death and water from Marichi Kund cure woman’s infertility.

Kedar Gouri Temple, Old Town Bhubaneswar

HistoryEdit

Kedar Gauri temple is one among the eight Astasambhu temples in Bhubaneswar. There are several legends associated with the construction of Kedar Gauri temple. One legend says that King Lalatendu Kesari constructed this temple in dedication to two lovers named Kedar and Gouri and another holds that it was constructed by Lord Shiva.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A

Closed OnEdit

N.A

Best Season to VisitEdit

October and March

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 hour

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A

Video Camera Rs. : N.A

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Green Chillyz ;  Near Rly Station Infronof Congress Bhavan, Master Canteen Chhaka, Bhubaneshwar, OD 751001 ‎ ; Ph/M –  094 38 205209 ; Food Serve –  Indian

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : This place is well connected by road and is easily accessible by taxis. Taxis are also available from Bhubaneshwar charging anywhere from Rs 2,000 to Rs 3,000.

Bus : The New Bus Stand which is located at a distance of 6 km from the town center connects well to the major cities around Bhubaneswar. Bhubaneswar is connected to Puri (56 km) and Konark (36 km by regular bus services.

Train : Bhubaneswar railway station is about 6 km away from the city center. This railhead is well-connected to the metro cities and also to the cities Delhi (Bbs Duronto Exp), Kolkata (Falaknuma Exp), Hyderabad (Konark Express), Chennai (Coromandal Exp), Mumbai (Puri Ltt Sf Exp) and Bangalore (Bbs Ypr Sup Exp).

Air : Biju Patnaik airport at Bhubaneswar is nearly 5 km away from the heart of the city. It costs about Rs 100 by taxi cab. The airport is connected to Delhi and Mumbai. International travelers need to get connections through Delhi.

Others : You need to hire auto, cycle rickshaw or a cab to move around in Bhubaneshwar.

Things to CarryEdit

N.A

Safety / WarningEdit

• Double-check all hotel and restaurant bills for errors.
• Don’t leave cash and valuables in your hotel room. Use room safes where available.
• Keep daily cash in separate pockets.
• Don’t flash jewelry or large sums of money.
• Never pay for anything upfront – including drivers

HelplineEdit

• Police Stations, Lingaraj : 2340475,
• 100Fire Station : 101
• Ambulance : 102

Gallery

View All Sight of Bhubaneswar… Click Here

India /Odisha /Bhubaneswar /Bhubaneswar

Mukteshwar temple in Bhubaneswar. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Mukteswar temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, and is one of the most prominent temples of Bhubaneswar, has been constructed in the style that is quite similar to the one used in the Kalinga School of Temple Architecture. The splendid Torana of the temple, an ornamental arched gateway, is very much reminiscent of the influence of Buddhism in Odisha. Its major highlights consist of the exquisite carvings that depict ascetics in different meditative pose. On the eastern side of the temple, there is a large well. It is said that, taking a dip in the holy well cures a person of infertility. Mukteshwar temple exudes magnificence and delicacy. It is a perfect blend of ancient and modern designing and this is what makes it simply outstanding. This architecture is one of the basic reasons why Mukteswar temple is also known as the ‘Gem of Orissa architecture’. It has undergone a dramatic makeover, but still retains its essence. The temple stands within an octagonal compound wall that is based on the lines of structures built in the bygone times. However, today, the wall has been reduced to nothing more than small fragments.

Mukteswara Temple

HistoryEdit

Muktesvara temple is a 10th-century Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva located in Bhubaneshwar, Odisha, India. The temple dates back to 970 CE and is a monument of importance in the study of the development of Hindu temples in Odisha. The stylistic development the Mukteswar marks the culmination of all earlier developments, and initiates a period of experiment which continues for an entire century, as seen in such temples as the Rajarani Temple and Lingaraj temple, both located in Bhubaneswar.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

6.30 AM – 10.00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A

Best Season to VisitEdit

October and March

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 hour

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A

Video Camera Rs. : N.A

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Green Chillyz ;  Near Rly Station Infronof Congress Bhavan, Master Canteen Chhaka, Bhubaneshwar, OD 751001 ‎ ; Ph/M –  094 38 205209 ; Food Serve –  Indian

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : This place is well connected by road and is easily accessible by taxis. Taxis are also available from Bhubaneshwar charging anywhere from Rs 2,000 to Rs 3,000.

Bus : The New Bus Stand which is located at a distance of 6 km from the town center connects well to the major cities around Bhubaneswar. Bhubaneswar is connected to Puri (56 km) and Konark (36 km by regular bus services.

Train : Bhubaneswar railway station is about 6 km away from the city center. This railhead is well-connected to the metro cities and also to the cities Delhi (Bbs Duronto Exp), Kolkata (Falaknuma Exp), Hyderabad (Konark Express), Chennai (Coromandal Exp), Mumbai (Puri Ltt Sf Exp) and Bangalore (Bbs Ypr Sup Exp).

Air : Biju Patnaik airport at Bhubaneswar is nearly 5 km away from the heart of the city. It costs about Rs 100 by taxi cab. The airport is connected to Delhi and Mumbai. International travelers need to get connections through Delhi.

Others : You need to hire auto, cycle rickshaw or a cab to move around in Bhubaneshwar.

Things to CarryEdit

N.A

Safety / WarningEdit

• Double-check all hotel and restaurant bills for errors.
• Don’t leave cash and valuables in your hotel room. Use room safes where available.
• Keep daily cash in separate pockets.
• Don’t flash jewelry or large sums of money.
• Never pay for anything upfront – including drivers

HelplineEdit

• Police Stations, Lingaraj : 2340475,
• 100Fire Station : 101
• Ambulance : 102

Gallery

View All Sight of Bhubaneswar… Click Here

India /Odisha /Bhubaneswar /Bhubaneswar

Museum of Tribal Arts & Artifacts National Highway 5 , Gopabandhu Nagar, Bhubaneswar. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Museum of Tribal Arts & Artifacts gives you an all new perspective about India’s rich heritage. Apart from the conventional displays of clothing and jewellery you can find at most museums, this one also display thatched roof homes where tribals used to live. There is also a library nearby from where you can get detailed information about Odisha’s tribes. Walls that depict intricate Tribal Art, an elaborate display of traditional wares, an impressive collection of tribal weaponry and informative kiosks is what you will find at this newly built museum. Divided into 5 separate halls, each depicting an aspect from the lifestyle of tribals. The staff of the place is very helpful and keen on providing detailed information about everything on display to those who bother to ask.

Museum of Tribal Arts & Artifacts,Bhubaneswar

HistoryEdit

Museum of Tribal Arts & Artifacts was established by the government to protect and promote the Tribal culture of the state. Most of the displays here come from Bonda, Lanjia Saora and Santhal tribes. In 2010, UNESCO recognized this museum as the best tribal museums in India and since then has been providing monetary help for its upliftment and maintenance.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

10 AM to 5 PM

Closed OnEdit

Closed on National holidays and Sundays.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October and March

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 hour

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A

Video Camera Rs. : N.A

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Green Chillyz ;  Near Rly Station Infronof Congress Bhavan, Master Canteen Chhaka, Bhubaneshwar, OD 751001 ‎ ; Ph/M –  093 38 205209 ; Food Serve –  Indian

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : This place is well connected by road and is easily accessible by taxis. Taxis are also available from Bhubaneshwar charging anywhere from Rs 2,000 to Rs 3,000.

Bus : The New Bus Stand which is located at a distance of 6 km from the town center connects well to the major cities around Bhubaneswar. Bhubaneswar is connected to Puri (56 km) and Konark (36 km by regular bus services.

Train : Bhubaneswar railway station is about 6 km away from the city center. This railhead is well-connected to the metro cities and also to the cities Delhi (Bbs Duronto Exp), Kolkata (Falaknuma Exp), Hyderabad (Konark Express), Chennai (Coromandal Exp), Mumbai (Puri Ltt Sf Exp) and Bangalore (Bbs Ypr Sup Exp).

Air : Biju Patnaik airport at Bhubaneswar is nearly 5 km away from the heart of the city. It costs about Rs 100 by taxi cab. The airport is connected to Delhi and Mumbai. International travelers need to get connections through Delhi.

Others : You need to hire auto, cycle rickshaw or a cab to move around in Bhubaneshwar.

Things to CarryEdit

N.A

Safety / WarningEdit

• Double-check all hotel and restaurant bills for errors.
• Don’t leave cash and valuables in your hotel room. Use room safes where available.
• Keep daily cash in separate pockets.
• Don’t flash jewelry or large sums of money.
• Never pay for anything upfront – including drivers

HelplineEdit

• Police Stations, Lingaraj : 2340475, 100
• Fire Station : 101
• Ambulance : 102

Gallery

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India /Odisha /Puri /Raghurajpur
Raghurajpur Artist Village, is a small village, situated 14 km away from Puri on the river Bhargabi, Puri, Orissa. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Raghurajpur Artist Village is known for its heritage. Inhabited by artisans producing sheer poetry on pieces of treated cloth, dried palm leaf or paper, Raghurajpur has nurtured age old traditional paintings, dance forms and handicraft items including patta paintings, palm leaf engravings, stone carvings, papier mache toys and masks, wood carvings, wooden toys, cowdung toys and tusser paintings.Situated on the southern bank of river Bhargavi and surrounded by coconut, palm, mango, jackfruit groves and other tropical trees, Raghurajpur has an idyllic setting. Creativity, in the village, flows in abundance and skills manifest into an emotional realisation of art.

Raghurajpur Art

HistoryEdit

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Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A

Closed OnEdit

N.A

Best Season to VisitEdit

October – March

Best Time To VisitEdit

During Sunset

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Below 1-2hr

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A

Video Camera Rs. : N.A

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Wildgrass Restaurant ;  VIP Rd Puri ; Ph/M –  094 37 023656 ; Food Serve –  Indian

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis are the best means of moving in puri.

Bus : Orissa road transport corporation buses connect Puri to many cities in Orissa. Frequent bus services are available from Bhubaneswar (56 km, Rs 120), Cuttack (32 km, Rs 90), Konark (36 km, Rs 90) and Kolkata (495 km, Rs 800). Orissa Tourism Development Corporation (OTDC) offer deluxe buses for sight seeing tours in Puri, which costs about Rs 250 per person.

Train : Puri is a major railway junction. Regular direct train services are available from Puri to many cities in India, including Bhubaneshwar (Puri Durg Exp), New Delhi (Purushottam Exp), Chennai(Coromandel Exp), Bangalore (Prasanti Exp) and Kolkata (Puri Hwh Duronto).

Air : Biju Patnaik airport at Bhubaneswar is the nearest airport to Puri, which is nearly 56 km away from the heart of the Puri city. It costs about Rs 900 by taxi. The airport is connected to Delhi and Mumbai and the tickets are moderately priced. International travelers need to get connections through Delhi or Kolkata.

Others : Cycle Rickshaw : Cycle rickshaws are prevalent in Puri and these are the locally preferred mode of transport. Cycle rickshaws in Puri can charge you anywhere around Rs 10 to 20, depending on the distance traveled. Cycle rickshaws are quite slow, so opt for cycle rickshaws only if you have ample time. It is the cheapest mode of transport.
Auto Rickshaw : Auto rickshaws in the city of Puri do not run on meter, and you should negotiate a prior rate before getting into one. Make sure you talk to the locals first and figure out what the actual rate will be, as this will help you avoid paying too much out of your pocket for a short trip. There are no separate night rates included, and travelling through an auto rickshaw is actually very safe. You can also reach your destination faster this way.
Rented Motorbike : You can rent out motorbikes in order to roam around Puri, and this can give an adventurous streak to your trip. Enfield motorbikes are available for rent for around Rs 400 to 500 per day, and the major locations in Puri are close by, so you can travel through the city without getting confused.

Things to CarryEdit

N.A

Safety / WarningEdit

• Carry your own food and plenty of Water.

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room: 100
• Fire Station : 101
• Ambulance : 102

Gallery

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Jagannath Temple

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Puri Beach

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Chilika Lake

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India /Odisha /Puri /Sakshigopal
Sakshi Gopal Temple is located at Sakshigopal, which is 20 Km from Puri, India Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Sakshi Gopal Temple is a medieval temple dedicated to Lord Gopal located in the town of Sakshigopal, on the Puri Bhubaneshwar highway in Odisha. The temple is built in the Kalinga style of temple architecture. Sakshi Gopal, also known as Satyabadis, is one of the famous shrines in India, where the pilgrims come to pay their homage to Lord Krishna.

Sakshi Gopal Temple

HistoryEdit

The Sakshi Gopal temple is said to have been built in the 19th century. There is a legend about Sakshi Gopal. It is believed that Lord Krishna arrived at Sakshi Gopal to end a dispute between two Brahmins.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A

Closed OnEdit

N.A

Best Season to VisitEdit

October – March

Best Time To VisitEdit

During Sunset

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Less than 1 hour

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A

Video Camera Rs. : N.A

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Wildgrass Restaurant ;  VIP Rd Puri ; Ph/M –  094 37 023656 ; Food Serve –  Indian

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis are the best means of moving in puri.

Bus : Orissa road transport corporation buses connect Puri to many cities in Orissa. Frequent bus services are available from Bhubaneswar (56 km, Rs 120), Cuttack (32 km, Rs 90), Konark (36 km, Rs 90) and Kolkata (495 km, Rs 800). Orissa Tourism Development Corporation (OTDC) offer deluxe buses for sight seeing tours in Puri, which costs about Rs 250 per person.

Train : Puri is a major railway junction. Regular direct train services are available from Puri to many cities in India, including Bhubaneshwar (Puri Durg Exp), New Delhi (Purushottam Exp), Chennai(Coromandel Exp), Bangalore (Prasanti Exp) and Kolkata (Puri Hwh Duronto).

Air : Biju Patnaik airport at Bhubaneswar is the nearest airport to Puri, which is nearly 56 km away from the heart of the Puri city. It costs about Rs 900 by taxi. The airport is connected to Delhi and Mumbai and the tickets are moderately priced. International travelers need to get connections through Delhi or Kolkata.

Others : Cycle Rickshaw : Cycle rickshaws are prevalent in Puri and these are the locally preferred mode of transport. Cycle rickshaws in Puri can charge you anywhere around Rs 10 to 20, depending on the distance traveled. Cycle rickshaws are quite slow, so opt for cycle rickshaws only if you have ample time. It is the cheapest mode of transport.
Auto Rickshaw : Auto rickshaws in the city of Puri do not run on meter, and you should negotiate a prior rate before getting into one. Make sure you talk to the locals first and figure out what the actual rate will be, as this will help you avoid paying too much out of your pocket for a short trip. There are no separate night rates included, and travelling through an auto rickshaw is actually very safe. You can also reach your destination faster this way.
Rented Motorbike : You can rent out motorbikes in order to roam around Puri, and this can give an adventurous streak to your trip. Enfield motorbikes are available for rent for around Rs 400 to 500 per day, and the major locations in Puri are close by, so you can travel through the city without getting confused.

Things to CarryEdit

N.A

Safety / WarningEdit

• Carry your own food and plenty of Water.

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room: 100
• Fire Station : 101
• Ambulance : 102

Gallery

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Jagannath Temple

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Puri Beach

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Chilika Lake

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India /Odisha /Puri /Chilika

Satpara town on the eastern bank of the lake is about 50 km (30 mi) by road southwest of the city of Puri. Chilika, Satapada Khordha District, Puri 752001 Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Chilka Lake  is a brackish water lagoon, spread over the Puri, Khurda and Ganjam districts of Odisha state on the east coast of India.Chilika, the largest brackish water lake in Asia covering an area of over 1,100 sq. km is a great attraction for the tourists for fishing, bird watching and boating. In winter Chilika aflutters with thousands of indigenous and migratory birds of many varieties from far and near – even from the distant Siberia. Chilka is home to the only known population of Irrawaddy dolphins in India. The fabulous beauty of Chilika which has inspired poets to sing its glory and which can be best enjoyed from Balugaon, Barkul, Rambha and Satpada must be seen to be believed. One can also have a glimpse of the lake from the moving trains and vehicles on the road near these places. The atmosphere is just serene and undisturbed amidst the blue expanse of water on one side and an evergreen range of hills on the other. Dotted with a host of islands with romantic names, a cruise in Chilika will be a life-long memory.

Chilika Lake slideshow View

HistoryEdit

N.A

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A

Closed OnEdit

N.A

Best Season to VisitEdit

October – March

Best Time To VisitEdit

During Day

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

More than 3hrs

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A

Kids Rs. : N.A

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A

Video Camera Rs. : N.A

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Wildgrass Restaurant ;  VIP Rd Puri ; Ph/M –  094 37 023656 ; Food Serve –  Indian

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis are the best means of moving in puri.

Bus : Orissa road transport corporation buses connect Puri to many cities in Orissa. Frequent bus services are available from Bhubaneswar (56 km, Rs 120), Cuttack (32 km, Rs 90), Konark (36 km, Rs 90) and Kolkata (495 km, Rs 800). Orissa Tourism Development Corporation (OTDC) offer deluxe buses for sight seeing tours in Puri, which costs about Rs 250 per person.

Train : Puri is a major railway junction. Regular direct train services are available from Puri to many cities in India, including Bhubaneshwar (Puri Durg Exp), New Delhi (Purushottam Exp), Chennai(Coromandel Exp), Bangalore (Prasanti Exp) and Kolkata (Puri Hwh Duronto).

Air : Biju Patnaik airport at Bhubaneswar is the nearest airport to Puri, which is nearly 56 km away from the heart of the Puri city. It costs about Rs 900 by taxi. The airport is connected to Delhi and Mumbai and the tickets are moderately priced. International travelers need to get connections through Delhi or Kolkata.

Others : Cycle Rickshaw : Cycle rickshaws are prevalent in Puri and these are the locally preferred mode of transport. Cycle rickshaws in Puri can charge you anywhere around Rs 10 to 20, depending on the distance traveled. Cycle rickshaws are quite slow, so opt for cycle rickshaws only if you have ample time. It is the cheapest mode of transport.
Auto Rickshaw : Auto rickshaws in the city of Puri do not run on meter, and you should negotiate a prior rate before getting into one. Make sure you talk to the locals first and figure out what the actual rate will be, as this will help you avoid paying too much out of your pocket for a short trip. There are no separate night rates included, and travelling through an auto rickshaw is actually very safe. You can also reach your destination faster this way.
Rented Motorbike : You can rent out motorbikes in order to roam around Puri, and this can give an adventurous streak to your trip. Enfield motorbikes are available for rent for around Rs 400 to 500 per day, and the major locations in Puri are close by, so you can travel through the city without getting confused.

Things to CarryEdit

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Safety / WarningEdit

• WARNING 1- Do not visit on hot days,
• WARNING 2 – No dolphins visible, takes 2 hours of useless boating on the lake,
• WARNING 3 – People are cheats, do not buy any stones and raw stones from local fishermen, they try to sell items bought from market to unsuspicious tourists. e.g. try to buy a pearl for 20 rupees which they sell for 250. .
• WARNING 4 – If you still decide to go, carry your own food, plenty of water and cold drink on the boat.

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room: 100
• Fire Station : 101
• Ambulance : 102

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Jagannath Temple

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Puri Beach

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Chilika Lake

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Chandipur Beach the tide retreats for about 5 kms. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Chandipur Beach is relatively undiscovered and one of the finest beach of Orissa. In this beach, the tide retreats for about 5 kms. daily and life is serene and unhurried. This beach is surrounded by the casuarine trees and creeper sand-dunes which make this beach very attractive. The water at the Chandipur Beach is like molten gold under the sunlit sky. Chandipur is a beach-combers delight with its abundant sea-shells and driftwood. This place is an excellent place to go to Simlipal and Khiching.

Chadipur Beach

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Must SeeEdit

Attraction

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Best Season to VisitEdit

October – March

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Less than 1 hour

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Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Panda Restaurant ;  Chandanpur, OD 752012 ; Ph/M –  094 37 023656 ; Food Serve –  Indian

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis are the best means of moving in puri.

Bus : Orissa road transport corporation buses connect Puri to many cities in Orissa. Frequent bus services are available from Bhubaneswar (56 km, Rs 120), Cuttack (32 km, Rs 90), Konark (36 km, Rs 90) and Kolkata (495 km, Rs 800). Orissa Tourism Development Corporation (OTDC) offer deluxe buses for sight seeing tours in Puri, which costs about Rs 250 per person.

Train : Puri is a major railway junction. Regular direct train services are available from Puri to many cities in India, including Bhubaneshwar (Puri Durg Exp), New Delhi (Purushottam Exp), Chennai(Coromandel Exp), Bangalore (Prasanti Exp) and Kolkata (Puri Hwh Duronto).

Air : Biju Patnaik airport at Bhubaneswar is the nearest airport to Puri, which is nearly 56 km away from the heart of the Puri city. It costs about Rs 900 by taxi. The airport is connected to Delhi and Mumbai and the tickets are moderately priced. International travelers need to get connections through Delhi or Kolkata.

Others : Cycle Rickshaw : Cycle rickshaws are prevalent in Puri and these are the locally preferred mode of transport. Cycle rickshaws in Puri can charge you anywhere around Rs 10 to 20, depending on the distance traveled. Cycle rickshaws are quite slow, so opt for cycle rickshaws only if you have ample time. It is the cheapest mode of transport.
Auto Rickshaw : Auto rickshaws in the city of Puri do not run on meter, and you should negotiate a prior rate before getting into one. Make sure you talk to the locals first and figure out what the actual rate will be, as this will help you avoid paying too much out of your pocket for a short trip. There are no separate night rates included, and travelling through an auto rickshaw is actually very safe. You can also reach your destination faster this way.
Rented Motorbike : You can rent out motorbikes in order to roam around Puri, and this can give an adventurous streak to your trip. Enfield motorbikes are available for rent for around Rs 400 to 500 per day, and the major locations in Puri are close by, so you can travel through the city without getting confused.

Things to CarryEdit

N.A

Safety / WarningEdit

• Carry your own food and plenty of Water.

HelplineEdit

• Police Control Room: 100
• Fire Station : 101
• Ambulance : 102

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Jagannath Temple

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Puri Beach

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Chilika Lake

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