Jaganath Temple in Puri is a famous temple dedicated to Lord Jaganath, the Lord of the Universe. The construction of this temple was initiated in the 11th century by the king Anantavarman Chodaganga Deva of Ganga dynasty.
The huge temple complex covers an area of over 400,000 square feet and is surrounded by a high fortified wall. Within the fortified walls there are many more sub-shrines The temple follows Oriya style of architecture.
The temple tower was built on a raised platform of stone and, it rises to a height of 214 feet above the inner sanctum. The pyramidal roofs of the adjoining halls rise in steps toward the tower like a ridge of mountain peaks.
At the top of the main main tower is the 'srichakra', a eight spoked wheel of Lord Vishnu. It is made out of eight materials and is considered sacrosanct. The temple is a sculptural marvel, but unfortunately photography is strictly prohibited in temple premises.
The central forms of Jagannath, Balabhadra and the goddess Subhadra constitute the trinity of deities in the main sanctum of the temple. Unlike any other temple, the idols here are made from sacred Neem logs.
The huge temple complex covers an area of over 400,000 square feet and is surrounded by a high fortified wall. Within the fortified walls there are many more sub-shrines The temple follows Oriya style of architecture.
The temple tower was built on a raised platform of stone and, it rises to a height of 214 feet above the inner sanctum. The pyramidal roofs of the adjoining halls rise in steps toward the tower like a ridge of mountain peaks.
At the top of the main main tower is the 'srichakra', a eight spoked wheel of Lord Vishnu. It is made out of eight materials and is considered sacrosanct. The temple is a sculptural marvel, but unfortunately photography is strictly prohibited in temple premises.
The central forms of Jagannath, Balabhadra and the goddess Subhadra constitute the trinity of deities in the main sanctum of the temple. Unlike any other temple, the idols here are made from sacred Neem logs.
Beautiful are the photos of the temple!
ReplyDeleteGreetings, RW & SK
Beautiful photographs.I was about to provide a link to my own post which is descriptive but then discovered that you have already read it and appreciated it. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteNice temple. But the priests here are highly commercialised .
ReplyDeleteExcellent photos and well zoomed on the marvelous temple tower! Great details rajesh
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Very unusual; very striking! Huge, too. Are you allowed to take photos inside these temples?
ReplyDeleteGreat photos and post for SWF,Rajesh!Have a nice weekend.
ReplyDeleteLovely sky-photos.
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome temple and, as always, your captures are superb!! All of that beauty and wonderful skies as well!! Thanks for sharing, Rajesh! Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteI really like your first photo with the white structure rising to meet the tower. Very beautiful.
ReplyDeleteMagnificent sky and temple shot ~ happy weekend.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful temple and I like the colorful flags.
ReplyDeleteincredible detailing.
ReplyDeleteWhat intricate domes on the temples.
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting shape and texture to that tower. While you focued in on some of the statues at the very top, it's the characters jutting out from the side of the brown tower that caught my eye. My Skywatch
ReplyDeleteFantastic photos!
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ReplyDeleteExquisite photos! Really very nice this temple!
ReplyDeleteWow, what a building, so beautiful! I'm also impressed, the architecture and constructions are awesome!
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Wow the old tower is huge too and much taller than the new temple. But they both are awesome great shot!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the visit! Happy SWF!!
Kim,USA
The colorful flags are very festive, it's amazing how large it is.
ReplyDeleteFantastic pictures..... really nice photographed.
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing temple - I can only wonder what it looks like inside.
ReplyDeleteYou do bring us so many architectural wonders of your worl that it takes my breath away. Sometimes, in a sacred place, it is good to have en embargo on photography so that people can connect with the deities without constant clicks and flashes and hopefully, loud tour guides.
ReplyDeleteThank you all appreciating this craftsmanship.
ReplyDeleteLowell, Arija: The photography inside the temple complex is not allowed. I had take this shots from outside the temple premises. In reality the sculptural work on the temple which I could not photograph are mind-blowing.
i love india and its great heritage. the architecture is truly stunning!
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You remind me that that is so much to learn about other times, other cultures and other religions. This is magnificent photography and very interesting dialog ... I wish I knew if I was pronouncing the names correctly ... they are very complicated. Thank you Rajesh for sharing your India with us.
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That's truly an outstanding piece of architecture, and you captured it beautifully. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteWonderful carvings!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful facade! Nice captures.
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This is a sacred dham of India.
ReplyDeleteServes awesome prasad & still follows ancient customs for Lord Jagannath- the Lord of the Universe.
Lovely you shared this, Rajesh.
There are so many beautiful stories of this temple. I was very fortunate to go thanks to a close one who made this possible and it's the best experience of my life. Beautiful pictures and write up Rajesh.
ReplyDeleteA place that I long to visit (like many other!!!)
ReplyDeleteWonderful :)
I always love the photos you share , these take me to the places in my wish list
ReplyDeleteLovely post on Puri temple. We used to visit this temple every year.
ReplyDeleteThe whole area looks amazing!
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