Jagannath Temple, Ranchi

Jagannath Temple in Ranchi, is a 17th century temple dedicated to Lord Jagannath. It was built by king of Barkagarh Jagannathpur Thakur Ani Nath Shahdeo, in 1691. Completed on December 25, 1691,[1][2] it is located about 10 km from the main town. The temple is on top of a small hillock.[3][4]

An early nineteenth century photograph of the Jagannath temple of Ranchi
This article is about Jagannath Temple, Ranchi. For other Jagannath Temple, see Jagannath Temple (disambiguation).

Jagannath Temple, Ranchi
जगन्नाथ मंदिर
Restored Temple as of January 2008
Religion
AffiliationHinduism
DistrictRanchi
DeityLord Jagannath
FestivalsRath Yatra
Location
LocationRanchi
StateJharkhand
CountryIndia
Location in Jharkhand
Jagannath Temple, Ranchi (India)
Geographic coordinates23°19′1″N 85°16′54″E
Architecture
CreatorAni Nath Shahdeo
Completed1691

Similar to the famous Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha, this temple is built in the same architectural style, although smaller. And similar to the Rath Yatra in Puri, an annual fair cum rath yatra is held at this temple in the month of Aashaadha, attracting thousands of tribal and non-tribal devotees[3] not only from Ranchi but also from neighbouring villages and towns and is celebrated with much pomp and vigor.[4][5]

The temple has been built on a hill top. To reach the top visitors can climb the stairs or take the vehicle route. There are many steps and the climber needs to rest intermittently before resuming. People also take the vehicle route leading directly to the top . To facilitate the arduous climb to the top the management of the temple have made provisions for fresh water and the shade of a huge tree that many tourists generally make use of once they reach the top. The view of the city from the top is breathtaking.[6]

Jagannath Temple

The temple collapsed on 6 August 1990. With the active participation of the then State Government of Bihar, and some devoted patrons the reconstruction of the temple started on 8 February 1992 and has now been fully restored. The temple has regained back its former glory. And devotees and ardent worshippers make a beeline to the temple every year.[5]

References
  1. "Jagannath Temple (Ranchi)". Jharkhand Samachar. 20 May 2010. Retrieved 7 March 2012.
  2. "400 stalls to offer rich fare at Rath Mela". The Times of India.
  3. "Jharkhand". Jharkhand Fast Facts. Envis Centre on Ecotourism, Govt of India. Archived from the original on 7 February 2012. Retrieved 7 March 2012.
  4. "Jagannath Temple, Ranchi". Retrieved 7 March 2012.
  5. "Jagannath Temple, Ranchi". Rediff.com. Retrieved 7 March 2012.
  6. "About Jagannath Temple". Home > Jharkhand > Ranchi > Ranchi Attractions. Retrieved 7 March 2012.


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