Satiguda Dam Malkangiri
Satiguda Dam Malkangiri is truly one of the most beautiful locations in southern Odisha. It is located very near to a town called Malkangiri. It is surrounded by lush green hills, forests, and a large water reservoir. This place is very peaceful especially for travellers who are looking for a secluded place to explore away […]
Balimela Reservoir Malkangiri
This gorgeous place is situated in the southern part of Odisha. Balimela Reservoir Malkangiri is an underrated spot which is yet to be discovered by tourists who visit the nearby places. This reservoir was formed after the construction of the (Balimela Dam Chitrakonda). This place is so beautiful, it has huge water bodies, forests and […]
Where to Stay in Puri During Rath Yatra 2026 – Hotels, Dharamshalas & Tips
Puri becomes electric energy when the huge carts use Bada Denda, your chance to see this very unique Chariot Race may only occur once in your life. However, as millions of people descend on Puri to attend this grand ceremony during Puri Rath Yatra 2026, where to sleep becomes a challenging decision because of the […]
History of Jagannath Rath Yatra – Origins, Legends & Cultural Significance
The “History of Jagannath Rath Yatra” is so much more than just the yatra, touristy spots or just beautiful chariots. The historical significance of this place and this yatra is so much more than that. Before puri became a hubspot for pilgrimage and tourists, the Rath Yatra was a huge part of Odisha’s tradition. People […]
Best Places to Watch Rath Yatra 2026 in Puri – Viewing Spots & Darshan Tips
Puri is a marvelous place to visit every year, so many devotees from across the country come to Puri to be part of the Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath. For people this is not a mere festival, it’s a way of living. The whole city is filled with devotion, emotions running high, traditions, and a […]
Rath yatra packing list-what to carry and what to avoid in Puri
A trip to Puri during Rath Yatra is an experience in itself. The city feels different during the rath yatra, the vibe is completely different, the streets are filled with so many devotees and tourists who are just to witness the Rath yatra. There is something in the air, you can almost feel God very […]
Chhera Panhara & Pahandi – The Most Sacred Rituals of Puri Rath Yatra
Chhera Panhara & Pahandi – The Most Sacred Rituals of Puri Rath Yatra Once a year on the Grand Road of Puri (the Bada Danda), the moment in time – during the height of summer – when the silence of the three massive wooden chariots is broken by the overwhelming sound of the gathering many […]
Nandighosa, Taladhwaja & Devadalana – The Three Sacred Chariots of Rath Yatra
There is a moment every year on the Bada Danda — the Grand Road of Puri, there is an instant when three massive wooden chariots come alive as they are pulled by thousands of hands holding thick ropes made from coconut fibres. Not simply perceived as large, they really are huge; each of the three […]
How to Reach Puri for Rath Yatra 2026: Train, Flight & Road Guide
How to Reach Puri for Rath Yatra 2026: Train, Flight & Road Guide On the coast of Puri , the countdown has begun – come July 16th, 2026, Puri, Odisha, will awaken to a wave of humanity. Bada Danda, the huge open street in the city, becomes overflowed with pilgrims from every corner of the […]
Bahuda Yatra 2026 – The Return Journey of Lord Jagannath Explained
Every year, there is something special that happens in Puri when all of the chariots stop moving toward Srimandir. One can visualise this from the sound of drums, the sound of conch shells, the weight of a hundred thousand people pushing together, and possibly most importantly, the incredible presence of an experience unlike any other […]