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Puri

Odisha, East India

One of Hinduism's Char Dham — Jagannath Temple, golden Bay of Bengal beaches, and the energy of Swargadwar Market.

  • Jagannath Temple
  • Puri Beach
  • Gundicha Temple
Altitude
sea level
Worth staying
1 – 2 days
Go between
October – March

The year

When Puri is worth it

Known for jagannath temple and the char dham pilgrimage.

Conditions through the year in Puri.

Oct – MarBest time to visit
Pleasant sea breeze and clear skies — peak season for darshan and beach time
Apr – JunHarsh weather
Hot and humid on the coast; Rath Yatra (June/July, dates vary) draws huge crowds
Jul – SepGood conditions
Monsoon seas are rough for swimming, but the town is quieter outside festival days
Puri — photograph 1