Chandrabhaga Beach
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Around Puri · Sunrise beach beside Konark

Chandrabhaga Beach

44 km from Random Rider, Puri (1 hr) 1 hour

A pristine, less crowded Blue Flag beach 3 km from Konark, famous for the Magha Saptami sunrise fair where thousands take a holy dip.

History & legend

Chandrabhaga takes its name from a mythical river and from the legend of Samba, son of Krishna, who was cured of leprosy by worshipping Surya here for 12 years — the origin story of sun worship at Konark. The Magha Saptami mela, when pilgrims bathe at dawn and offer arghya to the rising sun, has drawn crowds for over a millennium and is mentioned in the Kapila Samhita. In 2018 it became the first beach in Asia to receive the Blue Flag certification.

Timings

Open all day

Best time to visit

Sunrise · Magha Saptami (Jan–Feb)

Entry fee

Free

Approx. cab from Puri (one way)

₹3,300 · 44 km × ₹75/km

Don't miss

  • Empty sunrise beach
  • Blue Flag facilities
  • Combine with Konark

Local tip: Pair with Konark for a sunrise-then-temple morning.

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