Puri Rath Yatra is one of the most popular and revered festivals in India, celebrated annually in the coastal town of Puri in the state of Odisha. The festival is also known as the Chariot Festival and is dedicated to Lord Jagannath, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The festival usually falls in the month of June or July and lasts for nine days.
The highlight of the festival is the procession of three grand chariots carrying the idols of Lord Jagannath, his brother Balabhadra, and sister Subhadra. The chariots are beautifully decorated with colorful fabrics, flowers, and paintings. The idols are placed on the chariots and pulled by thousands of devotees who chant hymns and sing devotional songs.
The procession starts from the Jagannath Temple and covers a distance of about three kilometers before reaching the Gundicha Temple, where the idols are kept for nine days. The journey of the chariots is considered to be a symbolic representation of Lord Jagannath's journey from his temple to his aunt's house.
The festival attracts millions of devotees from all over the world who come to witness the grandeur and spirituality of the event. The atmosphere is filled with the sound of drums, cymbals, and conch shells, and the air is fragrant with the smell of incense and flowers.
Apart from the procession, the festival also includes various cultural programs, religious rituals, and feasting. The streets of Puri are lined with food stalls selling traditional Odia delicacies like pitha, chhena poda, and rasgulla.
Overall, Puri Rath Yatra is a celebration of faith, devotion, and unity. It is a time when people come together to celebrate the glory of Lord Jagannath and seek his blessings for a prosperous and peaceful life.
Situated 1.7 km from Puri Beach, Narmada bhawan features rooms with air conditioning in Puri. Located around 200 metres from Jagannath Temple, the hotel is also 36 km away from Konark Sun Temple. Private parking is available on site.
Number of rooms: 17
Near jagannath temple, puri Swetaganga pond, khuntia sahi, Bali sahi, 752001 Puri, India
Located in Puri, 1.2 km from Puri Beach and 500 metres from Jagannath Temple, WeKare Puri Temple Front, Near Jagannath Temple provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free Wi-Fi.
Number of rooms: 2
WeKare Puri Temple Front, 752001 Puri, India
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Number of rooms: 20
Near Gachhakali Lane, Bali sahi, khuntia sahi, Puri , odisha, 752001 Puri, India
Situated in Puri, 1.2 km from Puri Beach, Collection O 6332 Jagannath Darshan features air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.
Number of rooms: 60
SOUTHGATE,LOKNATHMANDIR ROAD,BASELI SAHI,PURI, 752001 Puri, India
SPOT ON 71980 Shree Lokanath Villa is located in Puri. This 2-star hotel offers room service.
Number of rooms: 30
00, Swetaganga,Bali Sahi, Puri, 725001 Puri, India
SATYA HOME STAY, a property with a terrace, is located in Puri, 2.9 km from Golden Beach, 800 metres from Jagannath Temple, as well as 36 km from Konark Sun Temple. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.2 km from Puri Beach.
Number of rooms: 6
Daita Lane, 752001 Puri, India
Set in Puri, 1.3 km from Puri Beach, Hotel Jagannath Darshan offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant. The 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free Wi-Fi.
Number of rooms: 5
Grand Road, 752001 Puri, India
ANNAPURNA BHAKTA NIVASH PURI is offering accommodation in Puri. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and room service for guests.
Number of rooms: 30
SAMAKUNJA LEAN GRAND ROAD PURI Near JAGANNATH temple PURI, 752001 Puri, India
Offering free Wi-Fi, Goroomgo Homestay Shree Mandir Guest house Puri is set in Puri. Around a 1-minute walk from Jagannath Temple, the property is also close to Puri Rath Yatra. There is a restaurant.
Number of rooms: 15
Near Jagannath Temple South Gate ,Basalisahi,Puri 752001, 752001 Puri, India
Situated in Puri, within 1.2 km of Puri Beach and 400 m of Jagannath Temple, Raghunath Ashram features accommodation with a garden and as well as free private parking for guests who drive.
Number of rooms: 62
Loknath Road, Sandhajaga, Puri, 752001
Well set in the Puri Beach district of Puri, hotel mayur puri is located 2.7 km from Golden Beach, 1.3 km from Jagannath Temple and 1.2 km from Puri Rath Yatra. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace.
Number of rooms: 16
Swargadwar Road swargadwar road, in front of arvind school adjoing kakatua sweet shop., 752001 Puri, India
Looking for a place to spend a night after a long walk around the city? Hotel «Hotel Jagannath Temple» is located in Puri. This hotel is located minutes away from the city center.
Near Jagannath Temple, Grand Road, 752001, Puri, India, Puri, 752001
A very nice option for those who like to be on the move! Hotel «Capital O 86823 Hotel Subhadarsan» is located in Puri. This hotel is located in walking distance from the city center.
190 Swargdwar Puri Puri (M) Puri Odisha India Puri Odisha 752001, Puri, 752001
Puri Trip & Homestay offers rooms in Puri.
Number of rooms: 4
Matimandap sahi,suniya gosani temple,hanuman lane,puri, 752001 Puri, India
Complete with a garden, Gour gopal Ashram is situated in Puri, 300 metres from Jagannath Temple and 36 km from Konark Sun Temple. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.7 km from Puri Beach.
Number of rooms: 5
Jaganath temple West gate Infront in puri, 752001 Puri, India
