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What to do and see in Puri District, Odisha: The Best Sacred & Religious Sites
Discover the best top things to do in Puri District, India including Vishnu Temple, Konark Sun Temple, Jatia Baba Samadhi Mandir, Sun Temple Konarak, Konark Sun Temple, Jagannath Temple, Vimala Temple, Baliharachandi Temple, Varahi Deula Temple, Shri Gaur Vihar Ashram.
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1. Vishnu Temple
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By Padmini15 - Mumbai, India
This is a beautiful small temple located right behind the Ramachandi temple.Well maintained this temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu , the preserver!!!
2. Konark Sun Temple
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5.0 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By TheMoni17 - New Delhi, India
Sun has always been treated as God, the energy provider. Konark Sun temple is a great piece of art, an architectural marvel, a monument which speaks of the rich heritage and culture of Ancient India. A temple built more than a 1000 years ago is beautiful with its detailed and intricate carvings. Government of Odisha and ASI is doing a good job in preserving this piece of art. If you wish to see the real India then instead of visiting the over-rated Taj or Qutub please visit this Sun temple and temples in Khajuraho.
3. Jatia Baba Samadhi Mandir
4. Sun Temple Konarak
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Tapanmc - Dhaka City, Bangladesh
Konarak temple is located on the shore of Bay of Bengal. Its 35 KM from Puri city . There are tourists bus and local buses which visitors can use . A lovely all weather metal road connects to city On the way beautiful sea view refreshes the mind . The name Konarak derives from Kona means corner and ark means sun. This is a Sun Temple .The templewas built in 1255 by 1st Norosinghodeb of Gonga dynasty . Ancient sailors used to use this temple as land mark and named it black Pagoda. The temple is located on a well maintained vast garden. The architechrual symbolism and work are the most interesting part of the temple . The theme of temple is Sun God is being carried by chariot with seven horses with telve pairs of wheel .It symboliges sevendays of the week and twentyfour wheels means twent four fortnights means twelve months .The wheels are most attractive . The whole complex is full of relief work depicting various subjects .Though many restoration works are in pogress still it is decaying . Green garden all around gives you a relief from day to day's stress. Out side the gate there is a market where local pearl and cashewnuts are very cheap. There is a rich museum filled with digital archeological information.ENTRY FEE IS REQUIRED.
5. Konark Sun Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,174 reviews
The 13th century temple, also known as the Black Pagoda, is a monumental Hindu structure dedicated to the sun God or Surya.
Reviewed By debashis77_12 - Dehradun, India
The Konark Sun Temple or the Black Pagoda as it is known, is the temple of sun god in the form of a chariot with horses pulling it.Now most part of the temple has been closed by ASI for safety and maintenance.So now the tourist may not have access to see the place where the first ray of sun drop in the morning, which I used to see in my childhood. If you stay in Konark or nearby area you can also see its beauty in night also.Please do carry an umbrella or hat and water bottle as you have to walk in open sun throughout your visit to konark.
6. Jagannath Temple
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4.5 based on 2,771 reviews
Reviewed By 2105bimal - Chandigarh, India
Nothing can describe the ultimate pilgrimage of Hindu religion. The seat of Lord Jagannath, literally the king of the world. From the vast temple complex, to the intricate carvings on the walls of the structure,to the flag which always flies in the opposite direction of the wind to the sanctum sanctorum where only the privileged see the Lord and his siblings is a very humbling experience. The kitchen is huge and cooking is done for approximately 50000 people daily by an army of cooks in only earthen vessels on a wood fire and water drawn from wells within the complex. This temple along with Konark should be on top of the bucket list when visiting Odisha, India.
7. Vimala Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By Padmini15 - Mumbai, India
The Bimala Temple is a Shakti Peetha in the South Western side within the Jagannath temple complex.The Goddess is considered to be the gurdian of Lord Jagannath and such is the importance of this temple that the prasad offered to Lord Jagannath is complete and becomes Maha prasad only after the offering is made to the Goddess!!
8. Baliharachandi Temple
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4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By AnkurM398 - Ghaziabad, India
This temple is located around 30 kms from Puri and one may get here by an auto. There is a beautiful beach nearby. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga, The temple has very beautiful atmosphere. One must come here for spiritual as well as mental well being.
9. Varahi Deula Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By AnkurM398 - Ghaziabad, India
An ancient temple with amazing architecture as well as green surroundings. The Varahi Deula Temple is a very peaceful temple complex to visit. The Carvings on the walls are just amazing. One must visit it for spiritual as well as mental well being.
10. Shri Gaur Vihar Ashram
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By sarmisthasinha - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
This ashram is covered with natural beauty and having many statues which are based on Shri Krishna's life. Beside this some other statue, some temple are also there. One can sit peacefully over there.
