Book Bhawanipatna to Puri Cab
Bhawanipatna to Puri distnce : 431 km
Estimated travel time : 9.6 hours
Puri is costal city of the Odisha state of eastern India 60Km 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 Mnadir, 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 Bhawanipatna to Puri is readily available at CabBazar.
Bhawanipatna to Puri Cab Route
Bhawanipatna to Puri by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Bhawanipatna to Puri distance is 431 Km and is 9.6 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Junagarh - Located about 100 km from Bhawanipatna, Junagarh is famous for its ancient fort, Junagarh Fort, which dates back to the 12th century. The fort offers a glimpse into the history and architecture of the region.
2. Kalahandi - Situated approximately 50 km from Bhawanipatna, Kalahandi is known for its rich cultural heritage and historical significance. The region is home to ancient temples like Manikeswari Temple and Bhawanishankar Temple, which are worth a visit.
3. Balangir - About 100 km from Bhawanipatna, Balangir is known for its historical and cultural significance. Some popular attractions here include Patnagarh Fort, Saintala Museum, and Turekela Maa Mahakali Temple.
4. Sonepur - Sonepur, located around 150 km from Bhawanipatna, is famous for its annual cattle fair, known as Sonepur Mela. The fair attracts a large number of visitors who come to buy and sell various animals, including elephants.
5. Bhubaneswar - As the capital city of Odisha, Bhubaneswar is a major tourist destination. It offers numerous attractions such as the Lingaraj Temple, Mukteshwar Temple, Nandankanan Zoological Park, and Odisha State Museum. Bhubaneswar is approximately 320 km from Bhawanipatna.
6. Konark - Famous for the Konark Sun Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Konark is a must-visit place on the way to Puri. The Sun Temple's architectural beauty and intricate carvings make it a popular tourist spot. It is around 440 km from Bhawanipatna.