Puri, the abode of Lord Jagannath, which is celebrated as a Vaisnava centre is also famous for its Sakta temples. Both inside and outside the premises of famous Jagannath temple there are several temples dedicated to Sakta divinities such as Vimala, Laksmi, Bhubanesvari, Harachandi, Daksina Kali, Shyamakali, etc. which indicates the popularity of Saktism at Puri. There is a temple dedicated to goddess Harachandi at 27km south west of Puri on the road towards Brahmagiri and Satapada. This temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga and is mounted on a sandy hill near the ocean. Goddess Durga is worshipped here as Baliharachandi. This temple has relation with the Sri Jagannath temple in respect of a ritual on the Mahanavami day in the month of Ashwina. Image of Goddess Kali is found at the base of the back Rahapaga of the Baliharachandi temple near Puri. Here Kali holds a serpent. She holds a skull and a severed head by her left hands. She stands in Alidha pose on the body of Lord Siva. Baliharachandi temple located at the beginning of the river Bhargavi is not just a pilgrim site but also a scenic spot.

It is also famous for stretches of sandy beach and the meeting point of river Bhargavi with the Sea. It attracts lots of tourist to enjoy the natural site of beach and to seek divine blessings and eternal happiness.The sunrise and sunset scene of beach is amazing for touristis.The tourists can also enjoy sunbath on the calm and quite sea beach of Baliharachandi. The scenic beauty of this place is ideal for group picnic. The well known tourist destination of Orissa, Baliharachandi is worth a visit.