{"id":1544,"date":"2023-10-17T11:47:48","date_gmt":"2023-10-17T11:47:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/?p=1544"},"modified":"2025-05-05T08:01:27","modified_gmt":"2025-05-05T08:01:27","slug":"history-of-jagannath-temple","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/history-of-jagannath-temple\/","title":{"rendered":"History of Jagannath Temple"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Jagannath Puri, one of the most significant\u00a0 Hindu Pilgrimages, is a grand temple situated in the state of Odisha in India. This highly revered site is dedicated to Lord Krishna, along with his siblings, Lord Balarama and Goddess Subhadra. All three of the deities are established in the large sanctum sanctorum of the temple. People across the world travel to this sacred shrine in eastern India, just for the sake of a glimpse of this intensely spiritual abode.<\/p>\n<p>As this teerth comes under the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/india-chardham-yatra\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">holy Char Dham Yatra<\/a>, its religious significance is doubled for the devotees.<\/p>\n<p>Moving further, in this blog, we are going to explore the lesser-known facts about the rich history and significance of this devotional spot.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1548\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/History-of-Jagannath-Temple.jpg\" alt=\"History of Jagannath Temple\" width=\"712\" height=\"495\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/History-of-Jagannath-Temple.jpg 712w, https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/History-of-Jagannath-Temple-300x209.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/History-of-Jagannath-Temple-100x70.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/History-of-Jagannath-Temple-696x484.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/History-of-Jagannath-Temple-604x420.jpg 604w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 712px) 100vw, 712px\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/history-of-jagannath-temple\/#Who_Built_the_Puri_Temple\" >Who Built the Puri Temple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/history-of-jagannath-temple\/#Architecture_of_Jagannath_Temple\" >Architecture of Jagannath Temple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/history-of-jagannath-temple\/#Mystic_Story_About_the_Idols\" >Mystic Story About the Idols<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/history-of-jagannath-temple\/#Connection_with_Gundicha_Temple\" >Connection with Gundicha Temple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/history-of-jagannath-temple\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Built_the_Puri_Temple\"><\/span>Who Built the Puri Temple<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The majestic temple of Lord Jagannath, who himself is Lord Krishna or an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, was built by a great ruler, Anantavarman Chodaganga Deva, in the 12th century. This King, hailing from the eastern Ganga dynasty, was a true devotee of Krishna Ji, and so he put commendable efforts into constructing an iconic epitome devoted to his ideal.<\/p>\n<p>Some sources reveal that King Anantavarman died before the temple construction could be finished, so his follower Anangabhima Deva also played a role in finishing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/jagannath-temple\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the Jagannath Temple<\/a> complex.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Architecture_of_Jagannath_Temple\"><\/span>Architecture of Jagannath Temple<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1547\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Architectural-Marvel-of-Jagannath-Temple.jpg\" alt=\"Architectural Marvel of Jagannath Temple\" width=\"800\" height=\"545\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Architectural-Marvel-of-Jagannath-Temple.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Architectural-Marvel-of-Jagannath-Temple-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Architectural-Marvel-of-Jagannath-Temple-768x523.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Architectural-Marvel-of-Jagannath-Temple-218x150.jpg 218w, https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Architectural-Marvel-of-Jagannath-Temple-696x474.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Architectural-Marvel-of-Jagannath-Temple-617x420.jpg 617w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>As we all know, the sacred space of the Jagannath Prabhu features splendid Kalinga architecture, renowned in Odisha. It combines both Rekha and Pidha Deula styles, which makes it a treat to the eye.<\/p>\n<p>To begin with, the main complex consists of four notable structures, including <strong>Vimana<\/strong> (Garbhagriha), <strong>Nata Mandapa <\/strong>(Dancing Hall)<strong>, Bhoga Mandapa <\/strong>(Prasad Hall),<strong> and Jagamohana <\/strong>(Assembly Hall).<\/p>\n<p>There are four gates for devotees to allow their entrance and exit, which are named after animals, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Singh Dwara<\/strong> in the east represents the Lions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vyaghra Dwara<\/strong> in the west represents the tiger.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hasti Dwara<\/strong> in the north represents the elephant.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ashwa Dwara<\/strong> in the South represents the Horse.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>All along the walls and gates celebrate intricate carvings and motifs that beautifully adorn them and showcase the symbolic significance of these designs.<\/p>\n<p>Apart from that, you will see around 120 other small shrines dedicated to different gods within the premises, offering a divine experience.<\/p>\n<div class=\"similar-packages\">\n<div class=\"heading\">\n<div class=\"title\">Related Tour Packages<\/div>\n<div><a href=\"\/jagannath-puri-tour-packages\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Jagannath Puri Tour Packages\" rel=\"noopener\">View All Packages<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"similar-packages-slider-container\">\n<div class=\"similar-packages-slider\">\n<div class=\"package-card\">\n<div class=\"thmperson\"><a href=\"\/puri-rath-yatra-special-tour-package\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"6 Days Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra Package\" title=\"6 Days Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra Package\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/puri-rath-yatra-special-tour-package.jpg\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"pckgBody\">\n<div class=\"package-name\">6 Days Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra Package<\/div>\n<div class=\"package-price\">\n<div class=\"starting\">Starting From :<\/div>\n<div class=\"pckgPrice\">INR 13,500<\/div>\n<div class=\"perperson\">per person<\/div>\n<div class=\"btnperson\"><a href=\"\/puri-rath-yatra-special-tour-package\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View Detail<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"package-card\">\n<div class=\"thmperson\"><a href=\"\/odisha-temple-tour\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"7 Days Odisha Temple Tour Package\" title=\"7 Days Odisha Temple Tour Package\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/odisha-temple-tour.jpg\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"pckgBody\">\n<div class=\"package-name\">7 Days Odisha Temple Tour Package<\/div>\n<div class=\"package-price\">\n<div class=\"starting\">Starting From :<\/div>\n<div class=\"pckgPrice\">INR 24,900<\/div>\n<div class=\"perperson\">per person<\/div>\n<div class=\"btnperson\"><a href=\"\/odisha-temple-tour\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View Detail<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"package-card\">\n<div class=\"thmperson\"><a href=\"\/sun-temple-tour\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"7 Days Konark Sun Temple Tour\" title=\"7 Days Konark Sun Temple Tour\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/sun-temple-tour.jpg\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"pckgBody\">\n<div class=\"package-name\">7 Days Konark Sun Temple Tour<\/div>\n<div class=\"package-price\">\n<div class=\"starting\">Starting From :<\/div>\n<div class=\"pckgPrice\">INR 22,900<\/div>\n<div class=\"perperson\">per person<\/div>\n<div class=\"btnperson\"><a href=\"\/sun-temple-tour\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View Detail<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mystic_Story_About_the_Idols\"><\/span>Mystic Story About the Idols<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The mystery, or, better be saying, Hindu mythology that unveils the truth about the idols, is really unique in Jagannath Puri.<\/p>\n<p>According to a Legend, there was a king Indradyumna, who was an ardent devotee of Lord Vishnu. In one of his dreams, he was asked to go on a quest for a special kind of Neem wood and carve the idols. He followed the instructions and sent many sculptors to find the log, but no one succeeded. Lord Vishwakarma then appeared in the disguise of a local carpenter and agreed to do the work for him. Later, he presented a condition and requested the King not to see him or let anyone enter the room until he finished making all three idols.<\/p>\n<p>However, failing to subdue his curiosity, the king finally peeked into the room and found that the craftsman was gone and the idols were unfinished, the same as they are in the present. The king went into great worry, but Brahma ji assured him that Lord Vishnu was pleased, witnessing his heartfelt devotion.<\/p>\n<p>Due to this majestic presence of God in the sanctum, millions of devotees come here to seek blessings from the divinity.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Connection_with_Gundicha_Temple\"><\/span>Connection with Gundicha Temple<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Jagannath and Gundicha temples share a long history and have been linked to each other since the start of the Rath Yatra. It is believed that the religious site of Gundicha is a residence of the deities&#8217; aunty or Mausi.<\/p>\n<p>During the Chariot festival, all three siblings, on completing their 3 km procession, reach their maternal aunt\u2019s house and reside there for a week.<\/p>\n<p>The connection between these two sites symbolizes the spiritual and religious importance of Puri and a tradition that has been there for a very long time now.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In this blog, we have explored the great Jagannath Puri Temple of Odisha. Being one of the most significant Vishnu Teerths, it is no less than a spiritual heaven for the devotees. The positive energies pilgrims feel in this sacred place are beyond words. To experience the essence of the pilgrimage, you must visit it physically. Here we end this blog. 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This highly revered site is dedicated to Lord Krishna, along with his siblings, Lord Balarama and Goddess Subhadra. 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