Book Hajipur to Puri Cab
Hajipur to Puri distnce : 882 km
Estimated travel time : 18.6 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.
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Hajipur to Puri Cab Route
Hajipur to Puri by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Hajipur to Puri distance is 882 Km and is 18.6 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Patna - Patna is the capital city of Bihar and is known for its rich history and cultural heritage. Some of the popular attractions here include Patna Museum, Golghar, Kumhrar Park, and Mahatma Gandhi Setu.
2. Nalanda - Nalanda is famous for its ancient Nalanda University, a renowned Buddhist learning center. The ruins of the university complex are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and attract tourists from all over the world.
3. Rajgir - Rajgir is a historic town located in the Nalanda district of Bihar. It is known for its hot springs and is considered an important pilgrimage site for Buddhists. The Venuvana Vihar and Griddhkuta Peak are major attractions here.
4. Bodh Gaya - Bodh Gaya is one of the most sacred places for Buddhists as it is the place where Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment. The Mahabodhi Temple Complex, Bodhi Tree, and Great Buddha Statue are must-visit attractions here.
5. Konark - Konark, also known as the "Sun Temple City," is home to the famous Sun Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The temple is renowned for its intricate carvings and architectural brilliance. The Konark Beach is also a popular spot for relaxation.
6. Puri - Puri is a popular pilgrimage destination in Odisha and is famous for the Jagannath Temple, a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Jagannath. The Puri Beach, Gundicha Temple, and Chilika Lake are other attractions in this coastal town.