Which airport is near to Jagannath Temple?

Though Puri doesn’t have an airport, but the Bhubaneswar Airport, which is 53 kms away from Puri helps in connecting the city to other cities of the country. Flights to all major destinations ply to and from the airport and a cab or local bus can be used for visiting Puri from the airport.

Can a planes fly over Jagannath Temple of Puri?

Why Planes don’t fly over the temple? Above the Jagannath Temple Puri is an eight metal wheel (round shape), known as the Nilachakra. It is believed that this chakra creates obstacles in the communication of flying airplanes and hence the vimanas avoid flying over the temple.

Is Puri Jagannath Temple a no fly zone?

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has rejected the plea for declaration of the airspace above the 12th-century Shree Jagannath Temple premises at Puri as a ‘no-fly zone’ on the grounds that it will violate laws and rules governing civil aviation in the country.

How can I go to Jagannath Puri temple?

Getting There

  1. Distance from Bhubaneswar – 62 KM.
  2. Nearest Railway Station – Puri Junction.
  3. Nearest Airport – Bhubaneswar.
  4. Road Transport – Puri is well connected by Bus Service from across the state.

Do birds fly over Jagannath Temple?

The air space above the puri jaggannath temple is declared as a no flying zone. Hence, flights are not flying over the temple. The reason for birds not flying is spiritual that is the temple look like sudharshana chakra. Hence, not flying.

Is there any dress code in Jagannath Temple?

Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri. The Puri Shree Jagannath Temple administration has implemented a dress code for its servitors who have to enter the sanctum sanctorum for performing rituals. All these servitors will be required to wear traditional clothes like dhoti, gamuchha and patta.

What is the best time to visit Puri?

Puri in the Winter Months (October-February) Months ranging from October to February are ideal for a visit to Puri as the climate stays cool, pleasant, and soothing during this time. During these months, the climate stays pleasant and Puri tourism also touches its peak hosting the maximum number of visitors.

Is BBI airport open?

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Bhubaneswar Airport is currently closed.