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famous places in puri : At this time, if any city is the center of most discussion, then its name is Puri. Puri is considered to be the most famous and sacred city of Odisha. Lord Jagannathji's Rath Yatra is going to start in Puri on 7 July 2024. It is considered to be a world famous holy Rath Yatra. Devotees from every corner of the country and foreign devotees also come to see this Rath Yatra.
We all know that Puri is famous for the Rath Yatra of Jagannathji, but very few people know about some cool and amazing places around this beautiful city. In this article, we are going to tell you about some of the best places around Puri city, where you can visit after watching the Rath Yatra.
Chilika Lake
When it comes to visiting some serene and attractive places around Puri, many people first name Chilika Lake. This beautiful lake, also known by many as Chilka Lake, is the center of attraction for the whole of Odisha. Chilika Lake is said to be the largest saltwater lake in Asia and the second largest coastal lake in the world. This beautiful lake is one of the best places in the country to see aquatic flora, fauna and birds. During the monsoon, birds come here from countries like Siberia, Australia, Russia, Canada, France and Afghanistan.
Astranga Beach
It is rare to talk about a great place to visit around Puri, Odisha and not mention the beach. Astranga Beach in Puri is a place where everyone will be happy after strolling. Astranga Beach is known for its beauty as well as its spectacular sunrise and sunset views. The blue waters and soft sand of this beach attract a lot of tourists. Astranga Beach is a peaceful place where many people come to spend relaxing moments. Here you can also enjoy water activities.
Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar is a beautiful place and is also the capital of Odisha. Along with visiting religious places like Parashurameshwar Temple, Mukteshwar Temple, Lingaraj Temple and Brahmaswara Temple on the land of Bhubaneswar, you can also visit amazing places like Dhauli Hill and Nandankanan Zoological Park. The distance from Puri to Bhubaneswar is about 61 km.
Cuttack
Cuttack of Odisha is considered a beautiful and popular city. It is considered one of the cities of Odisha, where thousands of domestic and foreign tourists come to visit every day. Cuttack is known for its beauty as well as historical facts. The Barbati Fort located in this beautiful city is considered to be a famous and ancient fort of the country. Built on the banks of the Mahanadi, this fort is known for its beauty and grandeur. Here you can visit amazing places like Chandi Temple, Dhabaleswar and Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary.
