Tour overview

🛕 Jagannath Temple, Puri – A Divine Experience

Jagannath Temple, located in Puri, Odisha, is one of the most sacred Hindu temples and a part of the Char Dham Yatra. Dedicated to Lord Jagannath (a form of Lord Krishna), this temple is not just a place of worship, but a spiritual magnet that attracts millions of devotees and tourists from across the globe.

📍 Location

Puri, Odisha – just 2 km from Puri Railway Station and about 60 km from Bhubaneswar Airport.

✨ Highlights

  • The Deities: Lord Jagannath along with his brother Balabhadra and sister Subhadra are worshipped here.

  • Rath Yatra (Chariot Festival): Held every year in June or July, it is one of the biggest religious festivals in India where the deities are taken out in massive wooden chariots.

  • Mysteries: The temple’s flag always flies in the opposite direction of the wind, and the Sudarshan Chakra atop the temple looks the same from any angle.

  • Mahaprasad: The temple serves a special offering called Mahaprasad that is cooked in earthen pots and offered to the Lord before being distributed.

🏛️ Architectural Marvel

Built in the 12th century by King Anantavarman Chodaganga Deva, the temple is a masterpiece of Kalinga architecture. The temple complex is spread over 400,000 square feet and has over 120 shrines and monuments.

🙏 Entry Guidelines

  • Only Hindus are allowed inside the main sanctum.

  • Non-Hindus can view the temple from the Raghunandan Library platform outside the premises.

  • Mobile phones, cameras, and leather items are not allowed inside.

🕒 Best Time to Visit

  • Rath Yatra Festival: June–July

  • Winter Season: October to February (pleasant climate)

🚗 Nearby Attractions

  • Puri Beach

  • Gundicha Temple

  • Lokanath Temple

  • Sudarshan Crafts Museum

  • Konark Sun Temple (35 km from Puri)

📢 Tip from Odisha Tours and Travel

We recommend booking your temple tour early, especially during Rath Yatra or festive periods. Our guided temple tour includes VIP Darshan, temple history briefing, and Mahaprasad experience.

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Included

  • Airfare
  • Local Transportation
  • Accommodation
  • Tour Guide

Not Included

  • Entrance Fees
  • Guide Gratuity
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Day 1: Arrival at Puri – Welcome to the Land of Lord Jagannath

Pickup from Puri Railway Station or Bhubaneswar Airport

Hotel check-in and freshen up

Evening visit to Puri Sea Beach and local beach market

Attend Sandhya Aarti at Jagannath Temple (view from outside for non-Hindus)

Overnight stay in Puri

Day 2: Complete Darshan of Jagannath Temple and Local Temples

Early morning guided visit to Jagannath Temple (for Hindus only)

Participate in Morning Aarti and Darshan of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra & Subhadra

Explore temple surroundings and learn about temple history and rituals

Visit nearby sacred places:

Gundicha Temple (the return destination of Rath Yatra)

Loknath Temple

Markandeswar Temple

Afternoon rest at hotel

Evening leisure time or optional Temple Prasad Bhojan

Overnight stay in Puri

🗓️ Day 3: Jagannath Culture Tour – Raghurajpur & Puri Mathas

Visit to Raghurajpur Heritage Village – birthplace of Pattachitra and Gotipua dance

Explore Swargadwar, Atharnala Bridge, and Narendra Tank

Visit Emar Matha, Peja Matha, and other traditional mathas of Puri

Learn about the rituals and traditions followed by the temple priests and pandas

Overnight stay in Puri

Day 4: Excursion to Chilika Lake & Alarnath Temple

After breakfast, drive to Satapada (Chilika Lake)

Enjoy a boat ride to see Irrawaddy Dolphins, Sea Mouth & Nalabana

On the way back, visit:

Alarnath Temple (associated with Lord Jagannath’s Anavasara period)

Baliharachandi Temple (optional visit)

Return to Puri

Evening free for relaxation or shopping

Overnight stay in Puri

🗓️ Day 5: Departure with Blessings of Lord Jagannath

Early morning optional darshan or spiritual walk near the temple

Check-out from hotel

Drop at Puri Railway Station or Bhubaneswar Airport

Tour ends with divine blessings of Mahaprabhu Jagannath