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Jagannath Temple Puri

A revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Jagannath, known for its annual Rath Yatra festival.

Also known as: Puri Jagannath

Currency

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Best time to visit

November to February

Languages

Odia · Hindi · English

Coordinates

19.800°, 85.830°

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Key facts

1The temple is one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites for Hindus.
2The temple's architecture is a blend of Kalinga, Odisha, and Bengal styles.
3The temple's main deities are Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra, made of neem wood.

Timeline

12th Century: The temple was built by King Anantavarman Chodaganga Dev I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty.
15th Century: The temple was expanded and renovated by King Purushottama Dev of the Gajapati Dynasty.
16th Century: The temple was attacked and plundered by the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb.

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