Jagannath Rath Yatra has started in Puri, Odisha. This is an important festival of Hinduism, which is held every year on the second day of Ashadh Shukla Paksha. Even though this Yatra takes place in Puri, it is celebrated. Actually, it is believed that after falling ill, Lord Jagannath goes to his aunt’s house with his brother Balabhadra and sister Subhadra, from where he goes back to his temple after getting cured.
This yatra is carried out with great fanfare and its craze is so much among the people that every year people come to Puri from far and wide to participate in it. If you have also reached Puri to participate in the Rath Yatra , then do not return without visiting these places.
Gundicha Temple
Lord Jagannath visits this temple after falling ill. It is known as the “Garden of Jagannath”, which is located about 3 km from the main temple. In this extremely beautiful temple, you will be able to spend some moments of peace away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Puri Beach
Spread along the Bay of Bengal, this beach is famous for its special golden sand. The sand shines like molten gold in the sunlight, the sight of which is extremely captivating. You can also do parasailing here and spend a great time with fun away from the daily hustle and bustle.
Swargadwar Beach
Swargdwar Beach As the name suggests, this beach is considered to be the “gateway to heaven”. In fact, this beach holds a lot of religious significance. It is believed that bathing here leads to salvation. You can also spend some relaxing moments here watching the beautiful sunset.
Raghurajpur Heritage Village
Situated 12 km from Puri, this village is famous for its Pattachitra paintings and traditional crafts. Every house here has an artist’s workshop and this village reflects the rich cultural heritage of Odisha.
Konark Sun Temple
Konark Sun Temple is a very beautiful temple included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is located about 35 km from Puri. This 13th century temple is a wonderful example of Kalinga architecture. It is shaped like a huge chariot dedicated to the Sun God.
