Shri Jagannatha Puri Temple, Odisha
The Jagannath Temple is a famous Hindu temple located in the city of Puri in the eastern Indian state of Odisha. It is one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites for Hindus and is considered one of the most important Hindu temples in India. The temple is dedicated to Lord Jagannath, who is worshipped as an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, along with his siblings, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra. History of the Temple: The Jagannath Temple is believed to have been built in the 12th century by King Anantavarman Chodaganga Deva. However, the current structure of the temple was built by King Ananga Bhima Deva in the 12th century. The temple has undergone several renovations and additions over the centuries, and the current structure is a blend of Kalinga architecture and the Dravidian style of architecture. Architecture of the Temple: The Jagannath Temple is one of the largest temples in India, covering an area of over 400,000 square feet. The temple complex consists of four main parts - the main