Jagannath Temple
The Jagannath Temple is dedicated to Jagannath, a form of Vishnu, located in Puri, Odisha. King Indradyumna of Avanti built the main temple, which was rebuilt from the eleventh century onwards by Anantavarman Chodaganga of the Eastern Ganga dynasty. The temple rituals are based on Shabari Tantras and local legends link the idols with Nilamadhaba deva worshipped by tribal communities.
मुख्य विवरण · Temple details
- प्रमुख देवता / Deity: Jagannath (जगन्नाथ)
- स्थान / Location: Sambalpur, Odisha, Chhattisgarh
- निर्माण / Built: medieval
- निर्माता / Built by: Eastern Ganga dynasty
- वास्तुकला शैली / Architecture: Kalinga architecture
शास्त्रीय संदर्भ · Scriptural references
- Shabari Tantras
महत्व · Significance
The temple holds significant spiritual importance in the Sri Vaishnavite tradition, attracting devotees for its unique rituals and connection to tribal beliefs.
संबंधित कथाएँ · Legends
Idols linked with Nilamadhaba deva worshipped by tribal communities.
कैसे पहुँचें · How to reach
- निकटतम शहर से दूरी: 0 km
तीर्थ परिपथ · Circuit
Sapt Puri
Nearby temples
- Ramji Mandir (0.1 km)
- Krishna Temple (0.1 km)
- Maa Pataneswari Temple (0.3 km)
- Samia Mandir (0.3 km)
- Maa Samaleswari Temple (0.5 km)
सामान्य प्रश्न · FAQ
Which deity is worshipped at Jagannath Temple?
Jagannath Temple is dedicated to Jagannath (जगन्नाथ).
Where is Jagannath Temple located?
Jagannath Temple is located in Sambalpur, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, India, at coordinates 21.4707, 83.9629.
Which temples are near Jagannath Temple?
Nearby temples include Ramji Mandir (0.1 km); Krishna Temple (0.1 km); Maa Pataneswari Temple (0.3 km).