| |
The Temple of Jagannath stands on an eminence near
the sea at Puri, situated on the east-coast of
India. For centuries Puri, Purushottama Puri, so
Sri kshetra, as the place is variously known, has
been an important centre of Hindu worship, famous
alike for sanctity and historic associations. "Puri"
is the seat of Jagannath, the Lord of Universe;
the sanctity of the place exists from
pre-historic period where traditions cannot
reach." The Origin and the antiquity of Jagannath
worship at Puri is still shrounded in mystery.
According to tradition, Puri, which is also known
as Niladri (the Blue Mountain), was once a richly
wooded hill inhabited by the Savaras, a pre-Aryan
and Pre-Dravidian tribe of the Austric linguistic
family.
|
|
 |
|
|
Information About The Darshan Timings
The visitors can ascertain it from the
Temple reception counter
(Tel - 06752 - 220901)
1. Magal Arati -
Offering of perpetual lamp in the early
morning (Generally 5.00 to 6.00 A.M.)
3.00 A.M. to 4.00 A.M. - During December
16th to January 14th ( Dhanu Sankranti to
Makar Sankranti )
Sahana Mela
(Public Darshan) - At this time
one can go very near to the Deities
without paying fees. Generally except some
specific days it is facilited after
Abakash Puja in the morning around
9.00 A.M. to 10.00 A.M.
Special Darshan -
It is allowed after every Dhupa
Puja, at the time of Mangal Arati, Abakash,
Sandhay Aarati and Chandan Lagi, At this
time, the devotees are required to pay a
special Dasshan fee for geeting in to the
sanctum.
|
|
Important Notice
Only Hindus are allowed to enter in the Temple.
Do not carry Shoes, Socks, Camera, Leather articles, Umbrella, Radio, Tape Recorder, Intoxicants, Arms and Ammunitions inside the Temple.
Outside food materials are prohibited.
Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the Temple.
Do not pollute or damage Temple premises.
Do not touch any idols or deities.
For police help, please contact the Temple Out-Post at Lion's Gate.
Complaint/Suggestion Book is available in the Temple Branch Office inside the Temple and Information Centre at Lion's Gate. |
|
|
|
|
|
