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Rail:
Orissa is well connected with all other states of India. Bhubaneswar, Puri, Balasore, Cuttack, Khurda Road and Berhampur are major railheads. Besides, other locations like Rourkela, Sambalpur, Talcher, Dheknanal and Koraput are also linked to the major cities by rail.To get the train time-table coming in and out of Orissa, please click here .
To get further information regarding train timing and booking the domestic tickets you can visit the links:-
www.indianrail.gov.in
www.irctc.co.in
Air-lines:
Biju Patnaik Airport at Bhubaneswar has direct air links with many major cities of India. For details refer the following links:-
www.indianairlines.com
www.airsahara.net
www.flykingfisher.com
www.airdeccan.net
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Sightseeing Tours - | |
| Puri is more than just about the Jagannath Temple, as it also offers its visitors interesting sightseeing options mentioned below - |
Balighai :
The Casuarinas fringed Balighai beach, just a little over five kilometers from Puri is a famous picnic spot. The sun and fun at the mouth of the river Nuanai is unforgettable. |
Tanks and Reservoirs :
Indradyumna, Manikarnika, Markanda, Narendra and Swetaganga are the names of Puri's reservoirs which offer a tranquil site for repose and relaxation for tourists. |
| Mathas and Ashrams (These are places where you can meditate or seek spiritual solace) |
| Bada Chata Math, Bauli Math, Dashabtar Math, Jagannath Ballabha Math, Punjabi Math, Shatalaharhi Math, Sri Chaitanya Goudiya Math, Sri Purushottama Goudiya Math, Sri Radhaballabha Math, Sri Ramakrishna Math, Sri Shankarachrya Gobardhan Math, Sri Saraswat Goudiya Math and Thakur Bari Math. |
| Among ashrams, you may visit Akhila Bhartiya Jayaguru, Sampradya, Bharatsevashram Sangha, Dhyana Mandir Ashram, Ramkrishna Mission Ashram, Sri Chaitanya Ashram and Girinar Bunt. | |
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Balighai (8 km)* -
The Casuarinas - fringed Balighai beach is a famous picnic spot. The Sun and fun at the mouth of the river Nuanai is unforgettable. |
| Brahmagiri (25 km)* -Brahmagiri is known for the living shrine of Alarnath. Streams of pilgrims visit Alarnath during Anabasara of Lord Jagannath. Nearby is the shrine of Baliharachandi on the solitary sand dunes. |
| Satyabadi (20 km)* -Satyabadi or Sakshigopal is known for the shrine of Lord Sakshigopal. It is believed that the visit to Puri is incomplete without a visit to Sakshigopal. The temple is only 2 km away from the main road leading to Puri and is convenient to visit. |
| Baliharachandi (27 km)* -27 km to the south-west of Puri is the temple of Baliharachandi. Situated on a sandy hill near the sea and adjacent to the mouth of the river Bhargavi, Goddess Durga is worshipped here as Baliharachandi. The scenic beauty of this place is ideal for group picnic. |
| Raghurajpur (16 km)* -One of the most famous artists village in Orissa, the village of Raghurajpur boasts not only of the exquisite pattachitra's and talapattachitra's, but also of being the native place of Guru kelucharan Mohapatra, the famed Odissi dancer. Even today, under the tutelage of renowned Guru's, young boys can be seen practicing the Gotipua dance here. A visit to Orissa would definitely be incomplete without a visit to this little village. |
Satyabadi :
Satyabadi or Sakshigopal is known for the shrine of Lord Sakshigopal. It is believed that the visit to Puri is incomplete without a visit to Sakshigopal. The temple is only 2 km away from the main road leading to Puri and is convenient to visit. |
| Satapara (52 km)* -Satapara, a retreat in nature on Chilika Lake, has been thrown open to visitors. Its location near the confluence of the Lake with the Bay of Bengal, and proximity to Puri (52 km), makes it an ideal spot to enjoy Chilika. The thrilling sight of dolphins round the year and abundance of migratory and resident birds in winter make it a preferred place for a vacation with nature. | |
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Other Activities - | |
| There is much more to Puri than its temples and beach here is how! |
Fairs and Festivals of the region :
Puri offers a plethora of colorful fairs and festivals round the year. However, the Ratha Yatra or Chariot Festival, Snana Yatra, Gosani Yatra, Puri Beach Festival, Ganesh Puja, and Jhulana Yatra are among the more widely celebrated ones. Besides there are several art galleries and museums for culture connoisseurs namely; Niladri Bihar, Puri Museum and Sudarshan Craft Museum. |
Puri- A shopper's Paradise for Handicrafts :
Spectacular souvenirs of seashell, Pattachitras and Palm Leaf paintings, Horn work, Wood carvings, and Solapith work can be purchased from Puri's Utkalika Emporium outlets or from the numerous private shops / stalls spread all over the beach town. Also, check out Puri's Swargadwar Market, Art & Craft complex at Mochisahi Chhak, Sudarshan Crafts Museum at Station Road, Sun Crafts at Police Line Square and Sambalpuri Bastralaya at Grand Road. |
Auditoria / Movie Halls of the region :
Annapurna Theatre, Janata Talkies, Lakshmi Talkies, Srikrishna Talkies and Srirama Talkies host popular cinema shows daily for your viewing pleasure. The Puri Town Hall is an important convention centre, playing host to paraphernalia of symposia and performances of Dance, Music and Theatre. Besides, you can check out the star hotels for nightlife enjoyment. | |
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The tradition of the Divine Kitchen - | |
| Orissa has a culinary tradition spanning centuries if not millennia. The kitchen of the famous Jagannath temple in Puri is reputed to be the largest in the world, with a thousand chefs, working around 752 wood-burning clay hearths called chulas, to feed over 10,000 people each day! You too can partake in this splendiferous festival titled Ratha Yatra and experience the taste of the Lord Jagannath's mahabhog. | |
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Do's and Don'ts - | |
| Indian Cultural Etiquette |
| 1. If you are male introduced to a lady or a grown-up girl, don't take the initiative of offering a handshake. If she extends her hand, you may reciprocate, but don't be the first to extend yours. If you are female and are being introduced to a male: it is up to you - the female - to take the initiative for a handshake. The rule of thumb is: the female extends her hand first, and the male reciprocates. |
| 2. The Western practice of a peck on the cheek as a form of greeting a lady or a grown up girl is not advisable except in the case of those who are used to such practices. |
| 3. Indian English has its own accent and this does vary depending upon the region. The universal welcome greeting across the country is with folded hands and a slight bow. This is called `namaste` or `namashkar`. It should be reciprocated with a smile. |
| 4. Some Indians are in the habit of shaking their head to say yes or no. Please confirm what they mean, if you are not familiar with regional gestures. |
| 5. While visiting places of worship, respect should be shown as required Some Indians do not take alcohol or meat for religious, traditional or personal reasons. This should be kept in mind in entertainment. | |
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