Who installed the first deity of Lord Jagannath in Puri?

Purushottam Nitai Das July 16, 2020

In Skanada Purana it is mentioned that the first deity of Lord Jagannath, Lord Baladeva and Subhadra Devi was installed by King Indradumya. Once in a dream he saw the...

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When was the first Rath Yatra festival celebrated?

Purushottam Nitai Das July 5, 2020

Rath Yatra is one of the most important festivals of India. It is being celebrated since hundreds of years. But when was the first Rath Yatra festival celebrated?Where was it...

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Amazing facts about the massive chariots of Jagannath, Baladeva & Subhadra

Purushottam Nitai Das June 30, 2020

We all might have seen the massive chariots during Rath Yatra Festival in Jagannath Puri. Such chariots are not built in any other parts of the world. Let us see...

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Why did Lord Jagannath’s chariot stop for Salabega, his Muslim devotee?

Purushottam Nitai Das June 27, 2020

There are innumerable pastimes associated with Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra festival. One of the most famous pastimes is when Lord Jagannath's chariot stopped for Salabega,a Muslim devotee. This pastime took...

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What is the reason behind Hathi Besha of Lord Jagannath?

Purushottam Nitai Das June 23, 2020

We might have seen many pictures of Lord Jagannath having Hathi Besha or elephant head like Ganesha, the son of Lord Shiva. It looks so different. What could be the...

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The most important places to see inside Jagannath Puri temple

Purushottam Nitai Das March 7, 2020

Jagannath Puri is the abode of Lord Jagannath, the Lord of the universe. It is one of the most important holy places. Whenever I get a chance, I always try...

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