Everything you need to know to plan your perfect trip to the temple town of Puri. From getting here to knowing when the grandest festivals take place.
Puri is well connected by rail, road, and air. The nearest airport is in Bhubaneswar, just 60 km away.
Summer and winter seasons offer pleasant weather, alongside the grand Ratha Yatra in July.
Easily get around town via local buses, private taxis, and convenient auto-rickshaw services.
The major festivals celebrated in a calendar year relating to Lord Jagannath:
| Festival | When Celebrated | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Car Festival (Ratha Yatra) | July | The grand procession of chariots |
| Chandan Yatra | April | Summer water festival |
| Gosani Yatra | Sept / Oct | During Dasahara |
| Sahi Yatra | March / April | 7 days from Rama Navami |
| Maha Shiva Ratri | Feb / March | In all Saiva Pithas |
| Magha Mela | January | Celebrated in Konark |
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