DESCRIPTION
The renowned temple was constructed in the 12th Century CE and witnesses pilgrims flocking all the year round from different parts of the world. Interestingly, Odisha is called as the 'Land of God Jagannath', meaning thereby, The Lord of the whole Universe. The spiritualism connected with the cult of the Lord almost eclipses the architectural beauty of this splendid temple.
Present on an elevated platform, the massive structure is an architectural miracle. It got new extensions till the 16th Century. The carvings found on its walls are of various gods and goddesses. The premises are encompassed by two parallel walls, the inner wall (Kuruma Bheda) and the outer one (Meghnad Pachira).
The main gateway is the Singhdwar, which lies on the Eastern side; also present are three other entrances in the rest of the three directions. Visit during the famed Jagannath Yatra in the month of August every year. A well-managed Bandobast' is organised by the administration.
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