Facts about Jagannath Puri Temple by Ashish P Mishra

It took three generations worth of time and effort to brick up the humongous walls of the famous Puri's Jagannath Temple located in Odisha. The temple is of utmost importance to the Hindu devotees as it is one of the Char-Dham Pilgrimages. It also serves as a mighty historical structure built about millennia ago, in the year 1078. Millions of people visit Odisha to gain Lord Jagannath blessings. The temple is famous for its annual Rath Yatra which is witnessed by millions as the three colossal chariots carry the deities. The English word Juggernaut shares its origin from this annual parade. But that's not the sole speciality of the place! Some enigmatic activities without any scientific explanations have caught the travellers eye worldwide. #Purijagannath #hindipodcast #ashishpmishrapodcast