Puri Jagannath Rath Yatra or car festival of Puri Jagannath temple is one of the largest religious ceremonies of India. In 2023, Puri Jagannath Rath Yatra date is June 20. Puri Rathyatra commemorates the journey of Lord Krishna from Gokul to Mathura. This annual festival is celebrated on Ashad Shukla Dwitiya (second day in bright […]
Saptapuri Amavasya is observed on Bhadrapada Amavasya (No Moon in Bhadrapada Month). In 2022, Saptapuri Amavasya date is August 26. It is observed mainly in Puri Jagannath Temple. Huge quantities of sweets known as Saptapuri Tada are offered to the deities. The legend of Saptapuri Amavasya is associated with Alam Chandi Temple. Lord Jagannath sends […]
Khalilagi Ekadashi is one of the famous Ekadashi festivals at Puri Jagannath Temple in Odisha. In 2022, Khalilagi Ekadashi date is June 24. It falls in Krishna Paksha of Aashada Month as per North Indian Hindi calendars and in Jyeshta Month according to Amavasyant calendars. It coincides with Yogini Ekadashi of all other Panchangams. Many […]
Pushyabhishek Yatra is one of the famous annual rituals held in Puri Jagannath Temple. In 2023, Pushyabhishek Yatra date is January 8, Sunday. It falls on Pushya Nakshatra in Paush Month, usually falls on Paush Purnima day. On this day, Dhanu Yatra is concluded in Odisha mainly in Bargarh region of the state. As per […]