puri
Puri , the abode of Lord Vishnu, as
Jagannath (Lord of the universe) is regarded by Hindus as one of the four
holiest pilgrim centres or "char dhams". Adi Shankaracharya, the 8th
century sage and religious reformer established the Gobardhan matha (monastery)
here. Puri is also known for its fine beach.
Tourist Acctration in Puri
- Lord Jagannath Temple
- Gundicha Mandir
- Golden Beach
Lord Jagannath Temple : The temple of Lord Jagannath was built during the 12th century A.D. by Chodaganga
Deva in the typical Kalinga style of architecture. The 65 metres high temple
dominates the landscape visually as well as spiritually and is one of the most
magnificent monuments of India. In front of the main gate stands a 16-sided
monolithic pillar Lord Jagannath Tem known as Aruna Stambha, which was brought
here from Sun Temple, Konark during the 18th century. Other shrines worth
visiting in the temple precincts are devoted to Vimala Vishnu and Lakshmi.
Ananda Bazar, the biggest food
market in the world is another attraction.
Gundicha Mandir : This small sanctum is
said to be the birthplace of Lord Jagannai During the Rath Yatra, the deities
from the main Jagannath Temple are brought for a sojourn of one week to this
shrine.
Golden Beach : It is one of the
finest beaches of the country. On 'Kartik Purnima', the full moon day in the
Hindu month of Kartik (Oct./ Nov.), devotees gather here in the early morning
to take a holy dip. The five day Beach Festival is celebrated here in the month
of February.
REACHING THERE
Airport: Bhubaneshwar (60 kms.
Railhead: Good rail connection.
Road: Well connected
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