5-Day Itinerary for Jagarnath Puri

  1. Day 1: Jagarnath Temple
    10 minutes (1.2 km) from Puri Beach

    Pay homage to Jagannath, the deity of the holy temple, followed by visiting the Anandabazar market in the afternoon.

  2. Day 2: Puri Beach
    15 minutes (2.0 km) from Jagannath Temple

    Enjoy the beautiful sunrise from the beach followed by a relaxing morning walk on the golden sand. In the evening, visit the Sudarshan Crafts Museum.

  3. Day 3: Chilika Lake
    2 hours (50.4 km) from Puri Beach

    Embark on a journey to Asia's largest salt-water lake, Chilika. Visit the Kalijai Temple en-route followed by exploring the Satapada Dolphin Sanctuary in the afternoon.

  4. Day 4: Konark Sun Temple
    35 minutes (35.5 km) from Puri Beach

    Marvel at the stunning Konark Sun Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, followed by visiting the ASI Konark Museum. In the evening, attend the Light and Sound Show.

  5. Day 5: Pipili Village
    25 minutes (19.5 km) from Puri Beach

    Visit Pipili Village, known for its beautiful applique artwork. Explore the local market and take home some colourful fabrics and wall hangings. Later in the day, relax at the Balighai Beach.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Jagannath Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Anandabazar market (2-3 hours, average price)
  • Puri Beach (2-3 hours, free)
  • Sudarshan Crafts Museum (1-2 hours, free)
  • Chilika Lake (6-8 hours, average price)
  • Kalijai Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Satapada Dolphin Sanctuary (2-3 hours, average price)
  • Konark Sun Temple (2-3 hours, average price)
  • ASI Konark Museum (1-2 hours, average price)
  • Light and Sound Show (30 mins-1 hour, average price)
  • Pipili Village (3-4 hours, free-entry)
  • Balighai Beach (2-3 hours, free)

  • Total Estimated Costs: average price

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you may visit the Ramachandi Temple, Raghurajpur Artist's Village, or the Chandrabhaga Beach. However, if you have less time, you may skip Pipili Village or the Light and Show Show. Keep in mind that the best time to visit Puri is during the winter months, from October to February, when the weather is pleasant.

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