Bhubaneswar Puri Kolkata Gangasagar 7 Days 6 Nights

After breakfast drive to Puri enroute Dhauli, where a modern peace pagoda and ancient rock edictsmark the emperor Asshoka;s conversion to Buddhism. Dhauli , a sacred Buddhist ssite on the banks of then river Daya, where the greatKalingan war was taken place. Revered by Buddhists as the place where ancient Indian emperor Ashoka renounced violence and embraced Budddddhism, the site pagoda , and see two of the rock-carved edicts declaring Ashoka’s new religious principles that date from 260 BC. Then view some rock-cut caves, medieval Hindu temples, and the renovated Shiva temple near Pagoda.

Continue to Visit Pipli the artist village where locals produce appliqué art- a process of cutting coloured cloth into shapes of animals, birds, flowers, leaves , gods, goddesses and other decorative motifs and stiching them over a piece of cloth. These creations are fabricated into lampshades, handbags, cushion covers, or even garden umbrellas.

Later visit Konark the Chariot of the Sun God temple, built by Laqngula Narasingh Deva in 13 th century A.D.. The Sun temple is known for its exquisite and intricate architecture and sculptures. A UNSECO World Heritge List of the monument. The word 'Konark' is a combination of two words 'Kona' and 'Arka'. 'Kona' means 'Corner' and 'Arka' means 'Sun', so when combines it becomes 'Sun of the Corner', dedicated to Sun God. Konark is also known as Arka khetra. There are three different sides of the temple, positioned in the proper direction to catch the rays of the sun in the morning, noon, and evening. King Narasimhadeva the great ruler of the Ganga dynasty had built this temple, with the help of 1200 artisans within a period of 12 years (1243-1255 A.D.). Since the ruler used to worship the Sun, the temple was considered as a chariot for the Sun God. Konark Temple was designed in the form of a gorgeously decorated chariot mounted on 24 wheels, each about 10 feet in diameter, and drawn by 7 mighty horses. It is really difficult to understand, how this huge temple, every inch-space of which was so wonderfully carved, could have been completed within such a short time. Whatever that might be, the Konark temple even in its present ruined state, still a wonder to the whole world.
Drive through the marine drive to Puri, on the way visit Chandrabhaga beach, Ramachandi temple. After freshen up in the hotel visit the world-famous Lord Jagannath temple
The majestic Jagannath Temple in Puri is a major pilgrimage destination for Hindus and is a part of the “Char Dham” pilgrimages. Jagannatha is not the only deity worshipped in the temple, though it is known as the 'Jagannatha Temple'. The deities of the Puri temple are generally known as the Trimurti (trinity) and also as Chaturdhamurti. The temple was originally built by the Kalinga ruler Anantavarman Chodaganga(1078 - 1148 CE). Much of the present structure was built by King Ananga Bhima Deva in the year 1174 CE. It took 14 years to complete and was consecrated in 1198 CE. Back to Hotel overnight at Hotel.

Morning Check out from the hotel, keep your luggage in hotel Cloak room drive to then Drive to Satpada ( Chilka lake). Arrival Satapara. Book a motor boat ride in Chilka lake. ( booking will be on a direct payment basis) Enjoy the day at Chilka lake (India's biggest inland lake spread over 1,100 square kilometers) Boating at the lake to spot the wild Asiatic Irrawaddy Dolphins at the mouth of the Bay of Bengal, also watch the migratory birds of Siberia.
Back to hotel and provide departure transfer to Bhubaneswar Rly. Stn. Or Puri Rly. Stn. for onward Journey to Kolkata. (It Is preferred to take the late evening train). Overnight train journey to Kolkata.

Meet on arrival at Rly. Stn. and transfer to hotel. After freshen up and proceed for half-day city sightseeing. Visit Agri-Horticultural Gardens- A serene botanical garden built by Sir William Carrey in 1920. Zoological Gardens- Kolkata`s interesting zoo-the oldest in Indiawas the creation of Sir Richard Carnac Temple who was Governor of Bengal from 1874 to 1877.The 16 hectare grounds house a wide species of animals & birds including the rare white Bengal Tiger. Armenian Church- A church which portrays Armenian architecture, built by Aga Nazara and Arfiel Katchik, Asutosh Museum of modern Art- A hub for art enthusiasts.

Morning breakfast and proceed to full day sightseeing. Belur Math- Situated on the banks of The Ganges is the headquarters of The Ramakrishna Mission. Indian Museum - One of the largest museum in India which houses rare artifacts and exhibits of historical importance. Marble palace - Built by Landlord Rajendra Mullick, it is a white Italian marble splendor and a major visiting place. Victoria Memorial - A white marble beauty built-in 1921 in memory of Queen Victoria, Academy of Fine Arts - Contains an impressive collection of fine arts.

Early morning proceed to Gangasagar, (with packed breakfast)Sagar Island is an island in the Ganges delta, lying on the continental shelf of Bay of Bengal about 100 km south of Kolkata. "Gangasagar" is a place of Hindu pilgrimage. Every year on the day of Makar Sankranti(14 January), hundreds of thousands of Hindus gather to take a holy dip at the confluence of river Ganges and Bay of Bengal and offer prayers (puja) in the Kapil Muni Temple. Back to hotel & overnight stay at hotel.

After breakfast check out from hotel and transfer to Airport / Railway station