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The Jagannath Temple , Puri , Bhubaneswar, Orissa

 Jagannath Temple in Puri is one of India’s most sacred and architecturally stunning Hindu shrines: 🕉️ History & Deity of The Jagannath Temple:- Built in the 12th century by King Anantavarman Chodaganga Deva of the Eastern Ganga dynasty  . Dedicated to Lord Jagannath (a form of Vishnu), along with his siblings Balabhadra and Subhadra, carved from neem wood and ceremonially replaced every 12–19 years in the Nabakalebara ritual  . Features the awe-inspiring Kalinga-style shikhara, rising to about 65 m (214 ft), adorned with intricate carvings and four cardinal gates  . 🎉 Festivals & Rituals of  The Jagannath Temple:- Rath Yatra (Chariot Festival): the world-famous nine-day festival in June–July where the three deities are placed on massive chariots and pulled through town  . Other major festivals include Snana Yatra, Chandan Yatra, and Anavasara, reflecting the temple’s vibrant yearly cycle  . 🔱 Unique Traditions of  The Jagannath T...