🚶 Jagganath Puri Yatra

Jagganath Puri Yatra

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Shri Jagganath Puri Dham Yatra

Welcome to Puri, Odisha: A Mélange of Spiritual Splendor and Coastal Bliss!

Arrival

Arrive in Puri: Start your day by arriving in Puri, either by train or by road. Puri is well-connected to major cities in Odisha and nearby states.

Check-in at your accommodation: Find a hotel or guesthouse near the beach or in the city center, depending on your preference and budget. Drop off your luggage and freshen up.

Samudra Snan at Mahodadhi Teerth

Samudra Snan, also known as the "Sea Bathing Ritual," is a significant tradition associated with the Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha. As a spiritual company dedicated to providing unique cultural experiences, we invite you to partake in this sacred ritual and delve into the spiritual essence of Puri.

Jagannath Dham

Embark on an Enlightening Journey: Guided Tour of Jagannath Temple in Puri.

Join us on this sacred journey to Jagannath Temple, where spirituality meets architectural splendor. Let our guided tour be your gateway to understanding the spiritual heritage and cultural tapestry that define Puri's enchanting realm. Allow the divine aura of Jagannath Temple to touch your soul and leave an indelible mark on your spiritual quest.

Vimala Devi - The Shaktipeeth of Puri

Vimala Temple, situated within the renowned Jagannath Temple complex in Puri, holds a significant place as one of the four Shakti Pithas of Odisha.

It is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Vimala, who is revered as Goddess Parvati or Goddess Durga. This sacred temple is also referred to by various names, including Puri Shakti Pitha, Sri Vimala Shakti Pitha, and Sri Bimala Temple.

Gundicha Temple - The Home of Shri Krishna's Aunt.

Join us on an enchanting guided tour of Gundicha Temple, a revered pilgrimage site nestled in the holy city of Puri.

Our expert guides will introduce you to the legend and legacy of Gundicha Temple, also known as the Garden House of Lord Jagannath. As the destination of the annual Rath Yatra festival, this temple holds immense religious significance in the hearts of millions of devotees.

Govardhan Matha

Purvamnaya Sri Govardhana Peetham, also known as Govardhan Math, is one of the four cardinal peethams that were established by the revered philosopher-saint Bhagwan Adi Shankaracharya. Its purpose is to safeguard and promote Sanatana Dharma (Eternal Religion) and Advaita Vedanta, the philosophy of non-dualism. Situated in Puri, Odisha, India, Govardhan Math is considered the Eastern Āmnāya Pītham among the four Peethams.

Raghurajpur - The Artistic Heritage Village of Puri

The heritage crafts village of Raghurajpur is Odisha's best known for its Pattachitra art. The art form is used to decorate none other the Lord of the Universe- Lord Jagannath and his siblings.

Facts you might not know about Jagganath Mandir !

Mysterious Forms: The deities in the temple are unique and made of wood. They are replaced with new ones during the Naba Kalebara ritual, which takes place approximately once every 12 to 19 years. The old deities are buried in a sacred burial ground known as Koili Vaikuntha.

Rath Yatra Festival: The annual Rath Yatra (chariot festival) of Jagannath Temple is world-famous. During this grand event, the deities are taken out of the temple in intricately decorated chariots and pulled by thousands of devotees. It is one of the largest chariot processions in the world.

Kitchen with No Scale: The temple has an enormous kitchen known as the Anand Bazaar or Mahaprasad Bhandar, where food is prepared for the deities and distributed as prasad (blessed food) to devotees. Interestingly, the food is cooked in pots stacked one on top of another, and the chefs rely on their experience and intuition rather than using scales or measurements.

No Shadows: It is said that no shadow falls on the main idol of Lord Jagannath inside the temple complex at any time of the day. This phenomenon has puzzled scientists and remains an intriguing aspect of the temple.

Strict Entry Rules: Only Hindus are allowed inside the temple premises, and non-Hindus are prohibited from entering. This tradition has been in place for centuries and is enforced to maintain the sanctity and religious practices of the temple.

Unique Sudarshan Chakra : At the top of the temple's main tower, there is a large and magnificent Sudarshan Chakra (discus) made of an alloy of eight metals. It is said to be unique and has mystical properties.