Swargadwar Beach - Orissa - स्वर्गद्वार बीच उड़ीसा
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Swargadwar Beach is a virgin beach in Puri, the abode Lord Jagannath. People believe that this was the bathing place of Sri Chaitanyadev who merged into Brahma (Divine Soul) here in Nilachal. Hindu pilgrims bathe in the place named ‘Mahadadhi’ at the beach, a sacred site on the shores of the Bay of Bengal.
Swargadwar Beach is one of the most popular tourist attractions of Puri, located at a distance of approximately two kilometers from the Jagannath Temple. This place holds great religious significance for people, as it used to be the bathing place of Sri Chaitanyadev, a renowned prophet of the Vaishnava sect. It is said that, as a reward for his devotion, the great saint was merged into Lord Brahma and went to heaven.
There are lots of myths and legends associated with the Swargdwar beach of Orissa. Devotees believe that taking a holy dip in its waters opens the gateway to heaven. This sacred site witnesses huge crowds of devotees, which go on increasing every year. They come from different parts of the country to offer prayers and take a holy dip. Along with being significant from religious point of view, this beach also draws tourists because of its magnificent locales and serene atmosphere.
The beach and the Sea Beach Road are great shopping haunts for the tourists, with locally made decorative items and clothes as the main purchases.
There are lots of myths and legends associated with the Swargdwar beach of Orissa. Devotees believe that taking a holy dip in its waters opens the gateway to heaven. This sacred site witnesses huge crowds of devotees, which go on increasing every year. They come from different parts of the country to offer prayers and take a holy dip. Along with being significant from religious point of view, this beach also draws tourists because of its magnificent locales and serene atmosphere.
The beach and the Sea Beach Road are great shopping haunts for the tourists, with locally made decorative items and clothes as the main purchases.
Best Time to Visit and Weather
September to June
Travel Direction
Swargadwar is around 2 km from the Jagannath Temple and 35 km from the Sun Temple of Konark. Puri Railway Station is 5 km from the beach.
Nearby Places and other Beaches
Puri, Khurda, Jatni
Swargadwar is around 2 km from the Jagannath Temple and 35 km from the Sun Temple of Konark. Puri Railway Station is 5 km from the beach.
Swargadwar is around 2 km from the Jagannath Temple and 35 km from the Sun Temple of Konark. Puri Railway Station is 5 km from the beach.
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