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7-Day Itinerary for Puri, Kolkata, Varanasi, Ayodhya in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Puri
    20 minutes (2.7 miles) from Puri railway station

    In the morning, visit the Shree Jagannath Temple, one of the four most sacred Hindu pilgrimage sites. After lunch, relax on the Puri Beach and enjoy the sunset. In the evening, explore the local market for handicrafts and souvenirs.

  2. Day 2: Kolkata
    10 hours (430 miles) from Puri

    In the morning, visit the Victoria Memorial, one of the finest and grandest examples of colonial architecture. After lunch, take a walk through the beautiful gardens of Eden Garden. In the evening, visit the iconic Howrah Bridge and enjoy the stunning night view of the city.

  3. Day 3: Kolkata
    1 hour (6.3 miles) from Kolkata city center

    In the morning, visit the stunning Belur Math, a temple complex on the banks of the Hooghly River. After lunch, explore the Dakshineswar Kali Temple, one of the most revered Hindu temples in India. In the evening, take a cruise on the river and enjoy the beautiful views of the city.

  4. Day 4: Varanasi
    12 hours (500 miles) from Kolkata

    In the morning, take a boat ride on the Ganges River and witness the daily rituals of Hindu devotees. After lunch, visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the most famous Hindu temples in India. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti, a spectacular ceremony of worship to the river goddess.

  5. Day 5: Varanasi
    30 minutes (7.5 miles) from Varanasi city center

    In the morning, visit the Sarnath Archaeological Site, the place where Buddha gave his first sermon. After lunch, explore the Ramnagar Fort, a beautiful and historic fort on the banks of the Ganges River. In the evening, attend a classical music and dance performance at the Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum.

  6. Day 6: Ayodhya
    3 hours (100 miles) from Varanasi

    In the morning, visit the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, the birthplace of Lord Rama and one of the most revered temples in India. After lunch, explore the Hanuman Garhi Temple, a beautiful temple dedicated to the monkey god Hanuman. In the evening, attend the Ram Lila, a theatrical performance of the Ramayana epic.

  7. Day 7: Ayodhya
    10 minutes (2.4 miles) from Ayodhya railway station

    In the morning, visit the beautiful Sarayu River and take a boat ride to enjoy the serene views. After lunch, visit the beautiful and peaceful Kanak Bhawan Temple. In the evening, explore the local markets for handicrafts and souvenirs.

Recommendations

You can also visit the Kalighat Kali Temple in Kolkata, which is considered one of the most sacred Hindu temples in India. If you have more time, you can also consider visiting the Taj Mahal in Agra, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. To maximize your fun, try local street food in each city and interact with locals to learn about their culture and traditions.

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