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Jagannath Puri Rath yatra 2023: In 10 points, know all about the festival
Updated On: 17 June, 2023 11:52 AM IST | Puri | mid-day online correspondent
Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra commemorates the annual journey of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra from their abode in Jagannath Temple to their aunt`s temple, Gundicha Temple, situated around 2.5 kilometers away
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Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra is a spectacular and revered chariot festival celebrated in the coastal town of Puri, located in the state of Odisha, India. The festival holds immense religious and cultural significance and attracts millions of devotees and tourists from all over the world. It is a time of great joy, devotion, and spiritual fervor as the deities Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra embark on a grand procession, symbolizing their annual visit to Gundicha Temple. The festival is marked by the pulling of magnificent chariots, devotional rituals, and an atmosphere filled with chanting, music, and celebration. Let`s explore the essence of the Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra in 10 points:
Divine Journey: Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra commemorates the annual journey of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra from their abode in Jagannath Temple to their aunt`s temple, Gundicha Temple, situated around 2.5 kilometers away.
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