About Puri
Bangalore to Puri distnce : 1460 km
Estimated travel time : 27 hours
Bangalore to Puri is one the famous route for the tourism. Puri is costal city of the Odisha state of eastern India 60 km far from the Bay Of Bangle. It is one of the original Char Dham pilgrimage sites for Hindus. Puri is Known for its religious sanctuaries, architectural grandeur, seascape beauty, moderate climate and spiritual significance.
Puri is developed as the Temple city surrounded by the many world famous historical religious sites like Sakshi Gopal temple, The Pancha Tirtha, Alarnatha Temple, Sonar Gouranga Mandir, Konark Sun Temple with highly religious 12th-century Jagannath Temple at the heart of the city. The 24 festivals, including 13 major ones, held every year in the temple complex with the Jagannath Ratha Yatra that attract million pilgrim to come become the port of the religious ceremony. As a temple city it's economy is depended on the tourism and religious festivals with peak between October to March. To seek the full potential of the religious tourism it has been chosen as one of the heritage cities for Heritage City Development and Augmentation Yojana (HRIDAY) scheme of Government of India. There are also many cultural festivals held every year like The Puri Beach Festival (5-7 November), The Shreekshetra Utsav(20 Dec - 2 Jan) and many more that include unique sand art, display of local and traditional handicrafts, Pattachitra (cloth-based scroll painting), Appliquรฉ art, Odissi dance and food festival.
Taxi from Bangalore to Puri is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Bangalore to Puri by car is well connected through NH16 and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Bangalore to Puri distance is 1460 Km and is 27 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Bhubaneswar - The capital city of Odisha, Bhubaneswar is known for its ancient temples like Lingaraj Temple, Mukteswar Temple, and Rajarani Temple. It is located just a few hours before Puri and is worth a visit for its rich cultural heritage.
2. Konark - Known for the famous Sun Temple, Konark is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The intricately carved temple is dedicated to the Hindu Sun god, Surya. It is a significant historical and architectural marvel.
3. Chilika Lake - Situated on the way to Puri, Chilika Lake is the largest brackish water lake in Asia. It is an ideal spot for birdwatching and offers boat rides for visitors to enjoy the beauty of the lake and its surroundings.
4. Gopalpur-on-Sea - Located on the coast of Odisha, Gopalpur-on-Sea is a peaceful and scenic beach destination. It is known for its pristine beaches, old lighthouse, and seafood.
5. Raghurajpur - A heritage crafts village, Raghurajpur is famous for its Pattachitra paintings, palm leaf engravings, and traditional artwork. It is a great place to witness and purchase authentic Odisha handicrafts.
6. Pipli - Known as the Applique Village, Pipli is renowned for its colorful applique work. The town is filled with shops selling intricately designed pieces, including umbrellas, bags, and textiles.