This blog explains the Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra Route in simple words with a map to follow. Puri Rath Yatra is a grand Hindu festival celebrated every year at Jagannath Puri. This year the Rath Yatra Festival falls on Sunday, July 7, 2024.
Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra 2024 Date Time And Tithi
This yatra is mainly taken out on the second day of Shukla Paksha of Ashad month.
| Jagannath Puri Yatra | Date and Time |
| Date | July 7, 2024, Sunday |
| Dwitiya Tithi Begins | 4:26 AM on Jul 07, 2024 |
| Dwitiya Tithi Ends | 4:59 AM on Jul 08, 2024 |
Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra Route Map
Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra route map has several stops before the chariots reach the Gundicha Temple. Due to the large crowds, Puri Rath Yatra takes a few hours to reach.
Here’s a description of the Rath Route Map
Jagannath Temple (Starting Point)
The Jagannath Yatra starts at the Jagannath Temple, one of the four major Char Dham religious destinations.
Bada Danda (Grand Road)
The deities are carried through Puri’s main street, Bada Danda, about 3 km from Sri Mandira. This is the main road that connects the Jagannath Temple to the Gundicha Temple.
Mausima Temple
The chariots stop short at the Mausima Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Jagannath’s aunt. The deities are offered a special Poda Pitha, a sweet made from rice, jaggery and coconut.
Balagandi
This is a significant place along the route where many devotees gather to see the deities.
Gundicha Temple (Destination)
The procession ends at Gundicha Temple, where the deities stay for nine days. It is considered to be Lord Jagannath’s birthplace and has great significance during the Rath Yatra.
Bahuda Yatra
After the nine-day stay at the Gundicha Temple, the deities make their return journey to the Jagannath Temple in a similar procession, which is known as the Bahuda Yatra.
Important Chariots
| Chariot | Deity | Height (feet) | Number of Wheels | Colors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nandighosa | Jagannath | 45 | 16 | Red and Yellow |
| Taladhwaja | Balabhadra | 44 | 14 | Green and Red |
| Darpadalana | Subhadra | 43 | 12 | Black and Red |
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Puja at Jagannath Puri
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Jagannath Temple Timings Puri
The Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra follows a specific schedule and route, darshan times also vary during the Rath Yatra.
| Time | Darshan Available | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 5:30 AM to 7:30 | Yes | After Mangal Arati |
| 8:00 AM to 9:15 AM | No | Gopal Ballava Puja |
| 9:15 AM to 11:00 AM | Yes | Till completion of Sakaala Dhoopa Puja |
| 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM | Yes | Till completion of Bhoga Mandap Puja |
| 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM | No | No darshan available |
| 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM | Yes | Till completion of the Chandan Laagi ritual |
| 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM | No | Sandhya Dhoopa Puja |
| 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Yes | Till completion of Chandan Laagi ritual |
Note:
| Entry Point | Lion’s Gate (Eastern Gate) is the only entry point for devotees |
| Exit Points | The other three gates are used for exit purposes. |
| Special Access | Sevaks and citizens of Puri town can enter by any gate with ID. |
Places to Stay in Jagannath Puri
In Jagannath Puri, you will find many accommodation options like Dharamshala, guest houses, the best budget hotels and many more. You can easily book it at YatraDham.Org.
- Jagannath Ballav Bhakta Niwas Puri
- Sri Srirup Siddhanti Gaudiya Seva Ashram
- Rathyatra 2024 Accommodation Package
- Sri Malook Peeth Gopal Ashram
- Jagannath Darshan Yatrik Niwas
- Hotel Surya Greens
- Gattani Seva Niketan
Also, read Jagannath Puri Bethak ji And Accommodations Blog for more information.
Jagannath Puri Distance
Here is detailed information about Jagannath Puri Temple’s distance from different locations.
| Kedarnath to Jagannath Puri Distance | 2247 Km |
| Khurda Road to Puri Distance | 52 km |
| Puri Railway Station to Jagannath Temple Distance | 3 km |
| Gundicha Temple to Jagannath Temple Distance | 3 km |
| Puri to Bhubaneswar Distance | 61 km |
| Puri Beach to Jagannath Temple Distance | 3 km |
| Jagannath Puri to Lingaraj Temple Distance | 56 km |
| Cuttack to Puri Distance | 83 km |
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Importance of Shree Jagannath Temple, Puri
Shree Jagannath Temple is full of spiritual aura and it has so much importance with a deep meaningful history which is given below.
- Dedicated to Lord Jagannath, a form of Lord Vishnu.
- One of the four great ‘Char Dham’ pilgrimage sites.
- The Temple is famous for its annual Rath Yatra or Chariot Festival.
- In this Yatra, the three vital deities ride on highly decorated chariot cars.
How to Reach Puri Jagannath Temple
By Air
The nearest airport is Bhubaneswar which is 60 km away.
By Train
Puri Railway Station is the nearest Railway Station which is 3 km from Jagannath Temple.
By Road
Puri is well-connected to its neighboring cities through well-built roadways. Buses are the most common mode of transportation to Puri.
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