Puri is just the right place to witness and take part in colourful festivals round the year. Famous for its celebrated annual festival of Chariots, the "Ratha Yatra", it is the sacred nine-day journey of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra to the Gundicha Mandir, attracting pilgrims and tourists for centuries.
Abode of Lord Jagannath (Lord of the Universe), Puri is one of the four Holy Dhams in India for Hindus, located on the beautiful shores of the Bay of Bengal. It is the historic site of the Govardhana matha, one of the four cardinal institutions established by Adi Shankaracharya.
The town is famous for its many Mathas (Monasteries) of various Hindu sects. Like many old Hindu religious towns, Puri possesses a profound, mystical character that can be difficult for a casual visitor to glimpse at first sight, housing the relics of numerous revered Hindu figures.
Spiritual Leaders: In 1903, Sri Yukteswar established the "Kararashram" in this sea-side town, teaching students and founding the "Sadhu Sabha." Srila Bhakti Siddhanta Saraswati Thakur, founder of 64 Sri Gaudiya Maths, also performed the final past-times of his life here in Puri.
Culture & Coastline: Beyond its deep spirituality, Puri boasts one of the finest beaches in the world. This pilgrimage town is also the vibrant abode of artisans and craftsmen who produce a wide range of unique handicrafts, including the world-famous sand art.
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