Why Pancha Tirtha is important
Pancha Tirtha, also known as the Five Sacred Bathing Places, are significant pilgrimage sites located in Puri, Odisha, India. These holy places hold great religious importance and are associated with various rituals and traditions. The Pancha Tirtha in Puri are: 1. Mahodadhi: Mahodadhi refers to the vast expanse of the Bay of Bengal, which is […]
Rath Yatra 2023 | Chariot Festival
Rath Yatra, also known as the Chariot Festival, is one of the most significant and widely celebrated festivals in Puri, Odisha, India. It is dedicated to Lord Jagannath, his brother Lord Balabhadra, and their sister Devi Subhadra. The Rath Yatra festival involves the procession of the deities of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra […]
Alarnath Darshan
Alarnath Darshan is a religious pilgrimage associated with Lord Jagannath in Puri, Odisha, India. It is primarily centered around the deity of Lord Alarnath, who is considered an aspect or form of Lord Jagannath. It is believed that during this time, Lord Jagannath goes into a state of deep meditation known as “Anasara” after the […]
Netrotsav – Festival of Eyes
Netrotsav is a festival celebrated in Puri, Odisha, India, dedicated to Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra. The word “Netra” means eyes, and “Utsav” means festival or celebration, so Netrotsav translates to “Festival of Eyes.” During Netrotsav, the deities of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra are taken out in a grand procession […]