From the archive record
A wide view of Puri Beach shows a densely packed market area along the coastline. Numerous stalls and colourful beach umbrellas line the sandy stretch, with large crowds of tourists and vendors moving through the space. A main road runs parallel to the beach, where vehicles are parked and in motion, indicating active urban connectivity. Nearby settlements and buildings form a continuous edge along the coastline. The blue-green water of the Bay of Bengal is visible alongside the busy shore. The scene reflects typical high footfall conditions during weekends or holiday periods in this coastal destination. As seen aerially, from the air, in this aerial view