Cultural Immersion in Bhubaneswar, Puri and Konark

  1. Day 1: Bhubaneswar
    30 minutes (24 km) from Konark

    Bhubaneswar is popularly known as the "Temple City of India" because of its 700 ancient temples. Start your day by visiting the Lingaraj Temple, an important pilgrimage site for Hindus. Then, visit the Mukteswara Temple, known for its intricate sculptural work. After that, explore the Odisha State Museum to learn more about the state's rich history and culture. End your day by visiting the Rajarani Temple, an 11th-century temple known for its unique architecture.

  2. Day 2: Puri and Konark
    1 hour 10 minutes (36 km) from Bhubaneswar Airport to Konark Sun Temple

    Start your day by visiting the Jagannath Temple, one of the four sacred Hindu pilgrimage sites. Then, head to Konark Sun Temple - a UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its architectural grandeur. After that, visit the Pipili village known for its handicraft products. Later in the day, visit the Puri Beach and take a dip in the Bay of Bengal. You can also try some delicious seafood dishes from the local vendors.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Lingaraj Temple (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Mukteswara Temple (45 mins -1 hour, free entry)
  • Odisha State Museum (1-2 hours, INR 20 for Indians, INR 100 for foreigners)
  • Rajarani Temple (45 mins -1 hour, free entry)
  • Jagannath Temple (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Konark Sun Temple (1-2 hours, INR 40 for Indians, INR 600 for foreigners)
  • Pipili village (30 mins -1 hour, free entry)
  • Puri Beach (2-3 hours, free entry)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 160 (excluding food and transport)

Useful Tips

If you have an extra day, you can explore other temples in Bhubaneswar like Ananta Vasudeva Temple and Parasurameswara Temple. You can also take a day trip to Chilika Lake, Asia's largest brackish water lagoon. If you have less time, you can skip visiting Rajarani Temple and Pipili village. However, make sure to keep time in hand for traffic and possible waiting times at the temples.

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