Shri Jagannath Temple - Puri
Jagannath Temple is one of the most renowned as well as the biggest temples of Orissa. Established in the 12th century, the temple is dedicated to Lord Jagannath (Lord Krishna), Lord of the Universe. The credit for laying the foundation of the Jagannath temple of Puri goes to Raja Ananta Varman Chodaganga Dev. The temple is located at a distance of 60 km from Bhubaneswar, on the coast of Bay of Bengal, and is greatly revered by the devotees following the Vaishnava traditions.
There is an interesting legend associated with the Jagannatha temple of Puri. It is said that King Indradyumna, the ruler of the territory, saw Lord Jagannath in his dreams and following the Lord's wishes, as told to him in his dreams, he got the Jagannath Puri Temple constructed. Situated in the heart of the holy city, the temple is visited by devotees from farthest corners of India as well as the world. It exudes splendor and its tall spires lend it a magnificent aura. The walls are embellished with exquisite carvings.
The pillars that provide support to the temple are adorned with pictures depicting the life of Lord Krishna. In the list of the most splendid monuments of Orissa, Jagannath temple occupies a supreme position. One of the most popular attractions of the Jagannatha Temple of Puri comprises of its Rath Yatra that is organized every year. It is basically a chariot festival, where idols of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Goddess Subhadra, the main deities of Srimandir, are taken to the Gundicha temple in bejeweled chariots and are brought back to the mandir in the same way.
There is an interesting legend associated with the Jagannatha temple of Puri. It is said that King Indradyumna, the ruler of the territory, saw Lord Jagannath in his dreams and following the Lord's wishes, as told to him in his dreams, he got the Jagannath Puri Temple constructed. Situated in the heart of the holy city, the temple is visited by devotees from farthest corners of India as well as the world. It exudes splendor and its tall spires lend it a magnificent aura. The walls are embellished with exquisite carvings.
The pillars that provide support to the temple are adorned with pictures depicting the life of Lord Krishna. In the list of the most splendid monuments of Orissa, Jagannath temple occupies a supreme position. One of the most popular attractions of the Jagannatha Temple of Puri comprises of its Rath Yatra that is organized every year. It is basically a chariot festival, where idols of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Goddess Subhadra, the main deities of Srimandir, are taken to the Gundicha temple in bejeweled chariots and are brought back to the mandir in the same way.
Temples in India
India has a very large number of temples. I will be posting some details of temples in india. I will try to give as much details as possible.The chief religion in india is Hinduism. Though it is called a Religion, It is a way of life. We hindus worship every thing in the nature. Infact, Hindu believes that everything in this world is given by nature. We worship nature.
I will try to cover as many temples a possible. I will be lising them by state and if possible, I will be adding them by city.
The idea of this is to create a list of temples by state, city and also help poeple to ko=now about the temple and mainly how to reach here.
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Andhra Pradesh
1. Bhadra Kali Sameta Veereswara Swamy Temple Muramalla, East Godavari District
2. Jaganmohini Keasava Swamy Temple, Ryali, East Godavari District
Karnataka
1. Ghati Subramanyeaswa Temple, SS Ghati, Doddaballapur Taluk, bangalore
2. sri Kalika Durga Parameswari Devastanam, Vidyaranyapura Bangalore
3. Bull Temple, Basavannagudi, Bangalore
4.
Kerala I start with the great Ayyappan temple.
Tamilnadu
I would start with Madhura Meenakshi temple here
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I will try to cover as many temples a possible. I will be lising them by state and if possible, I will be adding them by city.
The idea of this is to create a list of temples by state, city and also help poeple to ko=now about the temple and mainly how to reach here.
To Know about Swaybhu Vara Sidhi Vinayaka Swamy temple click herethere are more temlpes below
Andhra Pradesh
1. Bhadra Kali Sameta Veereswara Swamy Temple Muramalla, East Godavari District
2. Jaganmohini Keasava Swamy Temple, Ryali, East Godavari District
Karnataka
1. Ghati Subramanyeaswa Temple, SS Ghati, Doddaballapur Taluk, bangalore
2. sri Kalika Durga Parameswari Devastanam, Vidyaranyapura Bangalore
3. Bull Temple, Basavannagudi, Bangalore
4.
Kerala I start with the great Ayyappan temple.
Tamilnadu
I would start with Madhura Meenakshi temple here
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