Gundicha Temple in Puri, Odisha

Gundicha Temple

Puri, Odisha

Planning a visit to Gundicha Temple

The temple at the far end of Puri’s Grand Road, where the deities are brought during Rath Yatra and stay for nine days. Outside festival season it is quiet and quick to see, which makes it an easy addition to a Jagannath Temple morning rather than a separate outing.

Know before you go

From Puri
About 3 km from Jagannath Temple, along the Grand Road
From Bhubaneswar
About 60 km — roughly 1.5 hours by road
Time needed
45 minutes to 1 hour
Best time to go
Any morning — far busier during Rath Yatra

Entry to the inner temple is permitted for Hindus only.

What you'll see

  • The destination temple of the Rath Yatra
  • The Grand Road (Bada Danda) procession route
  • Garden-enclosed temple grounds
  • Walking distance from the main temple
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