Jagannath Rath Yatra 2025: Enjoy the holiday along with Jagannath Yatra, these are five peaceful places near Puri..

Jagannath Rath Yatra 2025: Jagannath Rath Yatra is organized every year in Puri. This year Puri Jagannath Yatra is starting on 27 June 2025 i.e. today. Jagannath Rath Yatra is not only a center of religious faith, but it is also a wonderful confluence of culture, tradition, and tourism in Odisha. To participate in the Rath Yatra, one can reach the city of Puri in Odisha. If you are going to Puri for Rath Yatra 2025, then this is an opportunity to know the beauty of the place closely. Puri is not only a city of temples, but there are many places around it where you can make your journey even more rich. Let us know, if you are going to Puri for Jagannath Rath Yatra, then definitely visit the famous tourist places here.

Five places worth visiting near Puri during Jagannath Rath Yatra

Sun Temple of Konark

The Sun Temple of Konark is located about 35 km from Puri. Sun Temple Konark is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most famous historical heritages of Odisha. This temple is built in the shape of a chariot and is dedicated to the Sun God. Here one can see the magnificent architecture, excellent examples of craftsmanship and amazing sculpture.

Chilka Lake

About 50 km from Puri is the magnificent Chilika Lake, which is India's largest saltwater lake. The experience of boating, bird watching and dolphin watching here is unforgettable. If you go to Chilika Lake, take a ride in a fisherman's boat. Here you can enjoy watching migratory birds and dolphins up close.

Ramachandi Beach

This calm and beautiful beach is about seven km from Puri and falls on Konark Road. It is best for a relaxing time away from the crowd. The white sand, blue water and spectacular view of the sunset here are enough to captivate anyone.

Satpada

This place is located on the banks of Chilika Lake and is known for dolphin sightings. It is a paradise for nature lovers. Here you can enjoy boat safari. Experience the peaceful life settled between dolphins, birds and the lake.

Lingaraja Temple

Apart from the Jagannath Temple of Puri, you can visit the Lingaraj Temple of Bhubaneswar. The Jagannath Temple is assisted by the Shiva Temple. In this temple, Lord Shiva is worshipped in the form of Harihar, in which Shiva and Vishnu are seated in a combined form. The temple is built in Kalinga and Deul style. The Lingaraj Temple is divided into four parts, which include the Garbha Griha, Yagna Shala, Bhog Mandap and Natya Shala.

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