Local customsTravel note
Not everyone can enter the Jagannath Temple
Jagannath Temple, Puri, Odisha
Published Oct 10, 2026 · RegretMap travel note
The situation
Entry to the Jagannath Temple is restricted to Hindus, and phones and leather items aren't allowed inside. Visitors who can't enter sometimes view the temple's exterior from nearby rooftops.
The lesson
Know the entry rules before you go, and leave your phone at your stay or the deposit counter.
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