5 Mar 2013

Temples in Puri – Abode to Spirituality and Divinity

Puri – the abode to Lord of the Universe Bhagwan Jagannath, is the ever twinkling star in the Orissa tour map that throw its lights and drops of popularity to India tourism as well. Located at the distance of 60 km from the capital of Orissa (Bhubaneswar), Puri is the most visited and the sacred pilgrimages of India known as one of the four pillar of Charm DhamYatra. Jagannath Puri Temple – the most beautiful and visited Temples in Puri, is the prime attraction of the town. Popularity of Puri temples reaches to extreme level in the months of June-July every year when the globally popular and the most sacred RathYatra (Car Festival) is organized. 

It is the festival in which three Chariots (giant) are pulled by devotees. These chariots belong to God Balbhadra, Goddess Subhadra and BhagwanJagannath. The famous RathYatra is joined by millions of devotees from different parts of the country and worldwide. It is believed that pulling the chariots of Lord of the Universe paves the way to Spirituality and Heaven. According to Hindu Mythology, it is one of the most sacred jobs dedicated to Lord. In addition to Jagannath Puri Temple, there are also a number of other Puri temples like Gundicha Temple, Bhai Temple, etc that make it a sacred city. 

Konark Sun Temple is also very close to Puri that is known for dance forms and the temple of Lord Sun. Here, dancers perform different styles of dance and dedicate them to Lord Sun. needless to say, temples in Puri show you the true picture of Indian Pilgrimages. Now, you can explore the attractions in your own way by getting an affordable Puri temples tour package.

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