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Three-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Puri, Odisha in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Visit the Jagannath Temple
    5 minutes (0.3 miles) from Hotel

    In the morning, visit the famous Jagannath Temple, one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites in India. Admire the intricate carvings on the temple walls and learn about the history of the temple from your guide. In the afternoon, head to the Puri Beach and enjoy some water sports like swimming, surfing and jet skiing. In the evening, attend the Sand Art Exhibition, held every day on the Puri shore where you can enjoy beautiful sand art sculptures created by local artists.

  2. Day 2: Explore Chilika Lake
    1 hour 30 minutes (43.2 miles) from Hotel

    In the morning, drive to Satapada and enjoy a boat ride on the Chilika Lake, the largest brackish water lagoon in India. Witness the beauty of the lake and spot some Irrawaddy dolphins. In the afternoon, visit the Sea Turtle Research Centre and learn about the conservation efforts for Olive Ridley turtles. In the evening, head back to the hotel and enjoy some local cuisine at the hotel restaurant.

  3. Day 3: Visit Konark Sun Temple
    1 hour 10 minutes (35.4 miles) from Hotel

    In the morning, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Konark Sun Temple. Admire the stunning architecture and intricate stone carvings of the temple, famous for its erotic sculptures. In the afternoon, go for a picnic at Balighai Beach, a beautiful and secluded beach located around 8 miles from Puri. In the evening, head back to the hotel and relax before departing the next day.

Recommendations

Make sure to try the local street food like 'Chaats', 'Puchkas', and 'Dahivadas'. You can also take a day trip to nearby attractions like Lingaraj Temple, Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves, and Raghurajpur Artist Village. To maximize your fun, book a cultural show that showcases the traditional dance and music forms of Odisha.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Jagannath Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Puri Beach Water Sports (2-3 hours, INR 500-1000 per person)
  • Sand Art Exhibition (1 hour, INR 50 per person)
  • Chilika Lake Boat Ride (3-4 hours, INR 1500-2500 per boat)
  • Sea Turtle Research Centre (1 hour, INR 50 per person)
  • Konark Sun Temple (2 hours, INR 40 per person)
  • Balighai Beach Picnic (3-4 hours, Free)
  • Food and Drinks (INR 500-1000 per day)
  • Total Estimated Costs (for 3 days): INR 4000-8000 per person

To check hotel and flight prices, visit https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo.

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