This beach is another important spot in Puri. People say that Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu used to take bath in this sea. That’s why, the beach has turned into one of the religious spot in Puri. Many legends have been there related to this beach. One of the popular legend says that taking a dip into the holy water of this beach opens the gateway to the heaven. Apart from these myths, the beach also has natural beauty which attracts tourists around the year.

If you are visiting the beach, make sure you visit the evening market where you get decor items made out of sea shell. In the evening, many priests do aarti to pray the Sea God. So, visiting this beach during evening hours will be fruitful for your trip.

• Avoid peak season as it remains too much crowded.
• Ideal spot to watch sunrise or sunset.

• Entry is free.

• You can visit the beach anytime of the day.

• By hired car

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