Puri Attractions 
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Puri needs no introduction; it is one of the four celebrated religious centers of India and the abode of Lord Jagannath.
For Hindus, Puri is one of the holiest pilgrimage places in India. Religious life revolves around the Jagannath Temple, unfortunately it is closed to non-Hindus.
Puri is also famous for its annual Ratha Yatra, or Car Festival. The deities Jagannath, Baladeva, and Subhadra, are brought out of the temple, and placed in a chariot procession.
The long sandy beach in Puri is another popular attraction. The beach is wide and shadeless and offers spectacular views of colorful sunrises and sunsets. Bird and dolphin watching are other activities to enjoy. The beach offers seaside resorts and old charming hotels.
Residents of Puri have rich traditions, which are very evident in their many festivals.
For Hindus, Puri is one of the holiest pilgrimage places in India. Religious life revolves around the Jagannath Temple, unfortunately it is closed to non-Hindus.
Puri is also famous for its annual Ratha Yatra, or Car Festival. The deities Jagannath, Baladeva, and Subhadra, are brought out of the temple, and placed in a chariot procession.
The long sandy beach in Puri is another popular attraction. The beach is wide and shadeless and offers spectacular views of colorful sunrises and sunsets. Bird and dolphin watching are other activities to enjoy. The beach offers seaside resorts and old charming hotels.
Residents of Puri have rich traditions, which are very evident in their many festivals.
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Jagannath Temple
The Jagannath Temple in Puri dates to the 12th C and is one of the tallest monuments in India, with a spire some 58m high. It is an important pilgrimage site in India.
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Rath Yatra
Held in June or July, Rath Yatra is a festival worshipping deities Jagannath, Baladeva, and Subhadra. Celebrations involve decorated wooden cars being pulled through the streets, while onlookers flood around them.
