About Puri
Rajahmundry to Puri distnce : 624 km
Estimated travel time : 11.6 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 Rajahmundry to Puri is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Rajahmundry to Puri by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Rajahmundry to Puri distance is 624 Km and is 11.6 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Chilika Lake - This brackish water lagoon is known for its beautiful islands and abundant birdlife. It is a perfect spot for birdwatching and boating.
2. Gopalpur-on-Sea - This small coastal town is known for its pristine beaches and laid-back charm. It is a great place to relax and enjoy the sea breeze.
3. Visakhapatnam - Also known as Vizag, Visakhapatnam is a popular tourist destination with stunning beaches, historical sites like the submarine museum, and the Kailasagiri hill park offering panoramic views of the city.
4. Araku Valley - Nestled amidst the Eastern Ghats, Araku Valley is a picturesque hill station with lush greenery, coffee plantations, waterfalls, and tribal culture. The journey to this valley is also scenic, with breathtaking views.
5. Papikondalu - Located on the Godavari River, Papikondalu is a scenic spot offering mesmerizing views of the river and hills. A boat ride through the Papikondalu range is a popular activity here.
6. Rajahmundry - Finally, you will reach Rajahmundry, known as the cultural capital of Andhra Pradesh. It boasts attractions like the Papi Hills, Rallabandi Subbarao Government Museum, and the famous Kadiyapulanka bird sanctuary.
Tourist Attractions
Jagannath Temple
The Pancha Tirtha
Ballighai Beach
Markandeswara temple
Narendra Tank
Sudarshan Crafts Museum
Pipili Town
Sakshi Gopal temple
Raghurajpur Artist village
Jagannath Ratha Yatra
Golden Beach
Traditional Art & Craft
Raghunandana Library
Nalabana Bird Sanctuary
Khandagiri Caves
Konark
Chilika Lake
Blue Splash Water Park
Pratyush Ocean World
Alarnatha Temple
Daya River
Swargdwar Beach
Baliharachandi Beach
Sonar Gouranga Mnadir