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Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra 2024 - Dates, Delights, and Journey Guide

Explore the charm and grandeur of Puri Rath Yatra 2024! It’s a vibrant festival filled with culture, devotion, and joy. Let’s dive into the details:

Puri Rath Yatra, or Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra, is a cherished festival in India, especially in Orissa at the sacred Shri Kshetra Puri Dham. 

This ancient celebration revolves around Lord Jagannath, also known as the ‘lord of the world.’ 

Picture this: massive chariots parading through the streets, adorned with fervent devotees celebrating their faith at the Jagannath temple.

Wondering when this spectacular event is happening in 2024? Circle July 7th on your calendar! 

This nine-day extravaganza is not just limited to Puri; it’s celebrated across Eastern India, including Odisha and Jharkhand. 

The highlight? Lord Jagannath and companions embark on a majestic journey to Gundicha Temple and Mausi Maa Temple atop colossal chariots.

The festivities begin with the construction of these chariots on Akshaya Tritiya day, sourced from the Dashpalla forest and crafted exclusively by Shrimandir carpenters. 

As the procession kicks off, the streets come alive with the rhythmic chants and joyous cheers of devotees. 

The journey symbolizes Lord Jagannath’s pilgrimage to Gundicha Temple, where he rests for seven days before returning.

What sets Rath Yatra apart is its universal appeal. People from diverse backgrounds flock to witness this spectacle, making it a melting pot of cultures and traditions. 

While similar celebrations occur in India and Bangladesh, none rival the grandeur of Puri Rath Yatra.

Let’s talk logistics. If you’re eager to join the revelry, Puri awaits! 

Situated in Odisha, this spiritual hub becomes the epicenter of festivity during Rath Yatra. Getting there is a breeze:

By Road: Direct buses from Kolkata or Visakhapatnam offer a convenient journey. Alternatively, access Puri via well-connected roads from cities like Bhubaneswar or Cuttack. Driving enthusiasts can hit the road for a memorable trip.

By Train: Puri boasts its own railway station, facilitating easy access from major cities like Mumbai, Kolkata, and New Delhi. Hop aboard popular trains like Purushottam Express, Jagannath Express, or Puri Super Fast Express for a hassle-free commute.

By Air: Bhubaneswar Airport, located approximately 60 kilometers away, serves as the nearest air gateway to Puri. Enjoy seamless connectivity from metros like Mumbai, Kolkata, Pune, Chennai, and Delhi. From Bhubaneswar, taxis or buses ensure a smooth two-hour journey to Puri.

As you immerse yourself in the Rath Yatra fervor, witness the majestic chariots in all their glory. 

Lord Jagannath’s chariot reigns supreme, towering at 44 feet with 16 colossal wheels. 

Accompanied by Lord Balabhadra and Goddess Subhadra’s chariots, adorned with intricate designs, the procession captivates hearts.

The journey from Puri to Gundicha Temple spans a mere 3 kilometers but unfolds amidst a sea of devotees, extending the joyous procession. 

Don’t miss the Bahuda Yatra, the return journey featuring a delightful stop at Mausi Maa Temple for Poda Pitha, a cherished delicacy.

Puri Rath Yatra isn’t just a festival; it’s a testament to unity, peace, and camaraderie. 

So, join the festivities, soak in the spirituality, and revel in the divine aura of Lord Jagannath’s divine journey.

Jai Jagannath!

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Ratha Yatra

Ratha Yatra or Ratha Jatra or Chariot Festival of Lord Jagannath,  Devi Subhadra and Lord Balabhadra, a Hindu festival, is undoubtedly the  biggest and the most popular festival held in Odisha. It is the oldest  Ratha Yatra taking place in India and the world. Every year in the month  of June or July, this festival is celebrated on the second day of the  Shukla Paksha, Ashadh month as per the traditional Oriya calendar. It is  considered most auspicious to visit the temple during this period.  Thefestivalin Odisha is celebrated for nine days, the commencement of  this festival is called as the Rath Yatra and the return journey on a  ninth day is called as Bahuda Jatra. During the return journey (Bahuda  Jatra) of Ratha yatra festival, the chariot of Lord Jagannath stops at  Mausi Maa temple (Lord Jagannath's Aunt) and the deity is offered his  favorite Poda Pitha, a kind of baked cake meant for the poor. As part of  Ratha Yatra, the deities of Lord Jagannath, his elder brother Lord  Balabhadra and younger sister Devi Subhadra are moved from their holy  abode for a procession up to Gundicha Temple.The Ratha Yatra takes one day for traveling to Gundicha temple,  deities of lords remain in the temple for seven days, and one day to  return home. This Journey is known as Gundicha Yatra, Nava Dina Yatra  ("nine days Journey"), or Ghosa Yatra. Three chariots are constructed  and decorated for the deities to start their Yatra. Three chariots for  the deities, Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra are  built. The construction of Chariots starts with Chandana Yatra.  Carpenters called as Maharana undertake the construction of these  chariots, which is their hereditary right since ages. After the  construction, decoration starts with different colour clothes. Lord  Jagannath's Chariot is called as Nandighosa which is 45.6 feet high with  18 wheels, Lord Balabhadra's chariot

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*Jagannath Rathyatra* The annual extravaganza of car festival or the Rath Yatra that opens up from the Dwiteeya tithi of every Ashada Masa Shukla Paksha or the bright fortnight in Hindu calendar attracts people from all over the globe. The event of this kind — Rath Yatra — is believed to be the oldest such spectacle in the world. The statues of presiding deities of Jagannath Temple in Puri in the State of Odisha namely, Lord Jagannath or Lord Krishna, his elder brother Balram, and younger sister Subhadra Devi, and the divine disc of Lord Krishna called Sudarshan are taken out in a procession in gigantic chariots to Gundicha Temple, which is about two km. away from the main temple. The chariots remain at Gundicha Temple for nine days, after which the Bahuda Jatra or the return journey of the chariots from Gundicha Temple to the main temple at Puri will begin. The enchantingly bedecked chariots replicate the temple structures. The pulling of chariots through the thoroughfares of Puri is known as Badadanda. The significance of Badadanda is that this is the only occasion when non-Hindus and foreigners can have the Darshan of the main deities. Another important aspect of Badadanda is that this particular event takes place to recall the memory of the annual visit of the Lord, along with his elder brother and younger sister, to the abode of his aunt. Thousands of people from across the world throng Puri to not only have a glimpse of the deities but also participate in the chariot-pulling ceremony, which is deemed to propitiate the Lord and secure his grace and blessings. One important ritual, which is a part of the Rath Yatra, is the Bahuda Jatra or Bahuda Jatra, which is the return journey of the three deities to the main temple at Puri, after spending the seven days’ in their aunt’s house. On their return journey too, the chariot of Lord Jagannath halts at Mausi Maa temple or the Ardha-Sani temple, where the Lord is offered his favourite dish called rice cake, which in local language is known as Poda Pitha, by his aunt. The rituals prior to Rath Yatra include Snana Yatra and Anasara. ☺#MIC✔ツ (at Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh) https://www.instagram.com/p/BzgDSXfFNF8wLpMxbkPw6CWIq6zez0r5E2HVQ40/?igshid=1jjxvf1er9epv

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Gaiety marks ‘Bahuda Yatra’

Gaiety marks ‘Bahuda Yatra’   July  3 ,2017.  Thousands of devotees mostly from the adjoining villages on Monday thronged the coastal city of Balasore to witness Bahuda Rath Yatra that marks the ceremonial procession of return of Lord Jagannath and his siblings from Gundicha Ghar to Shree Shree Jagannath temple, Emami Nagar after a nine-day sojourn. They pulled the tastefully decorated holy chariot in traditional style to its original resting place in majestic Shree Shree Jagannath temple, Emami Nagar.   The devotees congregated in the holy coastal town since early morning to witness grand return journey of God to its abode to seek blessings. Around 1,000 devotees danced raising their hands amid chanting of ‘haribol’ and vedic hymns as the Bahuda Rath was pulled on the streets to its original resting place after 9 days sojourn.   The return journey of the chariots is also known as Ulta Rath Yatra or Ulto Rath Yatra – and is ritually known as Bahuda Rath Yatra. Founders of the Emami Temple and their family members performed 'Chhera Pahanra' or sweeping on the chariots with a golden broom. Whilst their way back home, the holy chariot stopped for a while, where they were offered Odisha's popular dish 'poda pitha'- made of rice, jaggery, coconuts, lentils.   The temple administration had taken care for timely observance of all nitees of the deities during the Bahuda Yatra, . It is believed that whoever participates in the bahuda yatra, offers aarti and pulls the rath will gain unlimited devotion and all his sins will be wiped out,” said Sri Sushil Goenka  Trustee of the Temple   This is the second year that the magnificent Emami Jagannath Mandir is organising the Jagannath Rath yatra.   Bahuda Rath Yatra is one of the most sought-after and popular religious events in Odisha. The deities would enter into the sanctum sanctorum of the main temple after offering of Rasagola Bhog called Niladri Bije, marking the end of the festival. The next day the Lord is ready for dharshan to people in the temple and it is known as 'Suna Besha' said Sri Sushil Goenka  Trustee of the Temple Click to Post