The temple town of Puri is one of oldest cities on the eastern coast of Orrisa. It is regarded as one of the four pious pilgrimages in Hindu mythologies apart from Dwarka, Rameswaram and Badrinath. Better known for its magnificent Jagannath Temple, Puri is the location of one of the most spectacular religious festivals of India, the Annual Jagannath Rath Yatra. The festival draws large number of pilgrims from all across the globe who come to pay homage to Lord Jagannath. Dotted with numerous ancient temples, ashrams, and historical monuments, the holy city remains the part of the famous Eastern Golden Triangle, which comprises Puri, Konark and Bhubneshwar, the capital city of Orrisa.
Tourist Attractions in Puri:, Swargadwar, Gundicha Mandir, Puri Beach, Jagannath temple, Puri Museum
As a major tourist and pilgrim center, Puri offers wide selection of hotels that offer exceptional value for money. Located mostly on or around beach and CT road, the hotels in Puri are well equipped to handle inflow of visitors even during the peak season. Puri hotels offer a wide range of accommodation options that include standard rooms, deluxe rooms, cottages and duplex suites. Offering amazing views of the beach, these well-furnished rooms are equipped with all modern amenities such as attached bath, coloured television, telephone etc. Catering to both domestic and international travellers, Puri hotels have multi cuisine restaurants, well-stocked bars, Ayurvedic spas, and yoga centers. Many hotels in Puri also offer convention facilities for large corporate events. Other facilities offered by Puri hotels include Car Rental, Foreign Currency Exchange, Doctor on Call, Laundry, Car Parking, Internet Access, Safe Deposit Lockers, and Tour and Travel Desk. |
