Start your day with a seafood extravaganza from the local coastal delights. Begin early when you embark on a religious expedition towards the Shri Jagannath Temple. It is where ancient heritage and spirituality fuse into a crowning glory which is also a Hindu architectural marvel. This temple takes you on a journey of traditional legend where Lord Jagannath and his siblings form a divine trio worshipped gloriously. Behold the spiritual aura that inculcates a deep sense of tranquillity and divinity in the hearts of devotees when they enter the temple.

Every year The Rath Yatra carrying the divine trio heads to the nearby temple, the Gundicha Temple. it is said to be the temple of their aunt where the trio of Gods travel for a visit. Lord Jagannath with brother Balabhadra and sister Subhadra reside in the temple for a few days which is another traditional tale as a part of revered legend. The tranquil surroundings and green lush front gardens have placed the temple as a timeless abode of heaven.

After an overwhelming yet serene journey into the heavenly abode of divinity, you can head on to explore nature in its beauty at the Chilika Wildlife Sanctuary. A wetland of ecological marvels embodying the sprawling lush greenery, marshes, mudflats, and the enchanting Chilika Lake is a revered natural extravaganza. The sacred land of natural preservation encompasses a secret involving the hidden away and endangered species such as Irrawaddy dolphins and Olive Riddley sea turtles. Dive into the tranquil water of the Chilika Lake and boat along the flow to absorb the surrounding majestic views.

With many options on the eastern coastal palette of Puri’s specialities, you can find the dishes that suit your taste for a relishing breakfast. Following the rise of the new day, proceed towards the Konark Sun Temple which embodies the divine grandeur dedicated to the Sun God. This architectural marvel is an ancient masterpiece that recounts the era long past with its carvings and inscriptions. Commissioned in the 13th century in the reign of the Ganga Dynasty, the name is derived from the solar Ark of the Corner (kona), depicting the indomitable majesty of the sun. The intricacy of the carvings presents a timeless tale with divinity that transcends time.

Next is a place that is immersed in holiness with the belief of taking a purification dip in sacred waters. Narendra Pokhari is a body of water enclosed by varying shrines and believed to be a place for sacred ablutions for attaining solace. Pilgrims from around the world embark on the journey to Puri to seek the Lord’s blessings and shed any harmful aura through a dip in the sacred tank. This is believed to have been created by Lord Indra for his son due to a tragic tale of love and devotion.

After an overwhelming journey into the traditional rituals, sacred beliefs, and enchanting divinity, gathering the light at the Puri Light House brings about a calmness to hearts. Established in 1897 by the British authorities, this is a beacon of hope and a ray of light that stood tall undeservingly over the years. Climbing to the peak gives a mesmerising view of the coastal sea, beaches, and Puri lands. The night view encompasses the lit-up city that colours the vision into varying hues that leave the visitors in awe.