Rath Yatra 2025: Interesting Facts About Shree Jagannath Puri Temple

Ratha Yatra, also known as the Chariot Festival, is a major Hindu festival that is mostly celebrated in Odisha. The festival will be observed on Friday, June 27, 2025. On this auspicious occasion, take a look at some of the interesting films of the Jagannath temple in Puri:

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Shri Jagannath Temple's main dome is said to have no shadow, regardless of the sun's position.

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The noise of the ocean, which is noticeable at the beach by the temple, vanishes instantly upon entering the main entrance.

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The flag on the top (Shikhar) of the temple consistently waves against the wind's direction.

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Every 12 to 19 years, the wooden deities of Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra are swapped for new ones in a ceremony known as Nabakalebara.

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The revered temple was commissioned by King Anantavarman Chodaganga of the Ganga dynasty.

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The temple has a prominent chakra (wheel) at its summit, reportedly observable from any location in the city, and seems to always be oriented towards the viewer.

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