Trip Info
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Sedan Car
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3 star Hotels. Luxury hotels of 4 and 5 star on request.
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300 metres
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Bhubaneswar
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October-April
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Pilgrimage tour, Darshan Yatra, Heritage tour, Cultural tour, Indian Temple tour, wildlife tour, water sports
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Breakfast.
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English, Hindi, Odia
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Easy
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4-35
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10
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65
Overview
The Bhubaneswar–Puri–Chilika circuit is a vibrant tapestry of Odisha’s spiritual heritage and artistic brilliance. Beginning at Bhubaneswar, the “Temple City of India,” travelers are immersed in centuries-old shrines and living traditions. A short journey leads to Puri, where the sacred Jagannath Temple stands as a towering symbol of devotion, drawing millions of pilgrims during the famous Rath Yatra. Nearby, the artisans of Pipli showcase their mastery in colorful appliqué work, adorning canopies, wall hangings, and decorative crafts that reflect Odisha’s folk spirit. The Konark Sun Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, mesmerizes with its colossal chariot-shaped architecture, celebrating the eternal rhythm of time and the sun’s power. Completing the circuit, Chilika Lake—the largest brackish water lagoon in Asia—offers a tranquil retreat with flocks of migratory birds and playful dolphins, blending natural wonder with cultural depth. Together, these destinations weave an unforgettable journey through spirituality, artistry, and nature.
Trip Highlights
- Explore ancient shrines like Lingaraj Temple and Mukteshwar Temple, showcasing Odisha’s architectural brilliance.
- Witness the grandeur of the sacred Jagannath Temple, a major pilgrimage site and the heart of the famous Rath Yatra.
- Discover vibrant appliqué handicrafts, with colorful canopies, wall hangings, and decorative art reflecting Odisha’s folk traditions.
- Marvel at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, designed as a colossal chariot of the Sun God, adorned with intricate stone carvings.
- Relax at Asia’s largest brackish water lagoon, home to migratory birds and playful Irrawaddy dolphins, offering a serene natural escape.
- Somnath Jyotirlinga (Gujarat) – The first among the twelve Jyotirlingas, standing resiliently on the Arabian Sea coast, symbolizing faith and endurance.
- Dhauli Shnti Stupa-Built by the Japan Buddha Sangha and Kalinga Nippon Buddha Sangha, this gleaming white stupa symbolizes peace and non-violence.
- Located on the banks of the Daya River, it marks the site where Emperor Ashoka renounced war after the bloody Kalinga battle.
- The stupa is adorned with panels depicting Buddha’s life and teachings, offering a serene spiritual atmosphere.
- Ashokan Rock Edict - Carved into rock near Dhauli, these inscriptions date back to the 3rd century BCE. - They record Emperor Ashoka’s transformation from a conqueror to a proponent of Dharma, compassion, and moral governance. - The edicts stand as timeless testimony to India’s ancient history and Ashoka’s message of peace. Together, the Shanti Stupa and Ashokan Edicts create a powerful journey into India’s spiritual and historical legacy—where war gave way to wisdom, and conquest transformed into compassion. Would you like me to also craft a short poetic tagline (like for a travel campaign poster) to capture the essence of this peace-filled heritage stop?
- They record Emperor Ashoka’s transformation from a conqueror to a proponent of Dharma, compassion, and moral governance.
- - The edicts stand as timeless testimony to India’s ancient history and Ashoka’s message of peace.
