Visit unexplored Eastern India’s Golden Triangle and make lasting memories
Eastern India is one of the widely popular and sighted tourist destinations. Have you ever heard of the Golden Triangle tour package Odisha? The Golden triangle tour package covers the three most exquisite destinations to explore, Bhubaneswar, Puri, and Konark. And every tourist love to visit them again and again. It is one of the top 10 Odisha tour packages. Want to know more about the breathtaking Odisha tour packages itinerary, how to plan, and what to expect in the tour? A well-devised and planned tour to Odisha’s golden triangle is definitely going to be filled with ancient temple architecture, incredible historical sights, golden sand-dune pristine beaches, native migratory birds and species, a peek into tribal lives, and much more.
Odisha is famous as the land of the rising sun. Let’s explore more of the top-notch and preferable Golden Triangle Tour Package and why it would be worth experiencing to visit the places at least once in your lifetime. Depending on the time availability, one can plan a 4-day or a 6-day relaxing and comfortable trip to make the most of the tour package.
- Bhubaneswar – The capital city of Odisha, and the ancient temple city, having an airport and well-connected road connectivity, is the perfect point to start the tour. The car rentals and taxi services will make the trip even more enjoyable and simpler to move around to other spots. Do look for a morning flight or an early reach to the city so that by afternoon you can plan to visit tourist spots by getting enough time to settle in at your hotel. The temple city has thousand of ancient beautiful and historic temples presenting the rich heritage of India. A few must-to-visit temples include Lingaraja, Mukteswara, Rajarani, Parsurameswara, Bharateswar, Satrughaneswar, and Laxmaneswar. You can even plan to visit the handicrafts house, Odisha state museum, and the rich Buddhist heritage site that is Dhauli Hills. Situated at approximately 8 km away from the city, the Shanti Stupa at Dhauli holds a lot of prominence and followers of Lord Buddha.
- Konark – From Bhubaneswar, it is a maximum 2-hours drive to Konark. The famous handicrafts village – Pipli, is in the route in between and is known for its exquisite applique artwork and unique souvenirs. Next, make sure to visit the 13th century Konark Sun temple built by King Narasimhadeva I. Try visiting the temple during the early morning or evening and get the help of a guide to understand the history of the stunning ancient site. You can also shop for the amazing local handicrafts and art from different stalls on the way to the temple.
- Puri – From Konark, it is advisable to visit Puri following the simply breathtaking Marine drive route, admiring the awe-inspiring views of the sea, landscapes as well as casuarinas forests. The travel will be a maximum 1-hour drive. En-route, you can stop by at pristine Chandrabagha beach; a perfect beach lover stop to rejuvenate. Puri is one of the most famous religious centers of India and attracts tourists and visitors in large numbers every year. Undoubtedly, the major attraction is the Lord Jagannath temple. It is a huge temple, and it is preferable to look for some guidance from the priest to understand its importance. The travel agency or your hotel can also arrange a local guide. Many visitors prefer to visit the temple in the evening to attend the Dhwaja ceremony holding 800 years old history. The trained individuals climb atop to change the flag at the temple, and evening aarti is blissful. The different by lanes near the temple is another must stop by and check-out places to pick up souvenirs, knick knacks, sarees, and try out mouth-watering delicacies. A few must-try cuisines include mushroom pakora and biryani, Chhena Poda, matar ka paani, bhog – Khaja prasad, malpua, kheera puli, and many other delicious sweets around the temple. Another famous attraction is the Puri beach, and a must-visit spot to try out flavorsome and divine seafood at extremely cost-effective prices, enjoy by the sea and sand, and make moments with loved ones. At the beach, you can find numerous shops selling beautiful handicrafts and accessories made of seashells. If time crunch is not there, make sure to stop by at Raghurajpur village, a few kilometers away from Puri, famous for Patta Chitra artwork. Another must-visit destination from Puri is Chilika Lake, a well-known and fantastic bird’s paradise. The second biggest brackish water lake in the world attracts many travellers from every corner, especially honeymooners. You can even plan to opt for the Puri Jagannath temple tour package if you like to and spend quality time with family and friends. The itinerary can be customized according to the preference. The best way is to contact Best Choice Holiday tours for your comfortable and relaxing stay in Odisha.
The best time to visit Odisha is now, from December to March. So, book your Odisha tour packages and make your Golden triangle tour time one of the lifetime memories to cherish and enjoy.
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