Puri is on Eastern coast of Bay of Bengal in Indian state of Orissa.It is one of the best swimming beach and beach resort in India.It is a sacred place of worship of Hindus in India.
ATTRACTIONS OF PURI
Puri is popular for holding tourist festivals round the yeaR.
The beach hosts artistic sand art display .
Few kilometers from Puri is located famous CHILIKA LAKE ,the largest brackish water lake in ASIA.It is the largest landing place in India for migratory birds in winters .
The famous Jagannath Temple spread over the area of 40000 square feet with several hindu deities that are integral part of indian religion.
Excavated Archeological sites like Kurum with Buddhist artifacts of 10th century BC.Manikapatana with medival remains and Kikha Patana with the remains of 15th century BC.
Museums -District Museum ,handicraft museum and famous museum of Jagannath temple that showcases Indian epics.
Theatres-Annapurna Stadium for theatres.
Famous temples like Jagannath Temple, Sun temple,Loknath Temple and many many more temples.
How to reach Puri-
The nearest Airport is at BHUBANESHWAR (60kms),the state capital .Transportation is easily available.
Puri is connected with Bhubaneshwar ,Konark and Kolkata by road.
Puri is linked with other cities in Orrisa nad India by RAIL and Bus.
Craft , culture and cuisine are worth exploration .