Jagannath Temple

Climate/Weather in Pati Jagannath Temple

Puri city in summer season - Puri city March to May, temperature level varies between 19 degree Celsius and 45 degree Celsius.
Puri city in Monsoon season - The city remains monsoon season from June to September. Generally the city rains moderate in its initial phase and then there is heavy rainfall at the end of the month.
Puri city in winter season - The winter season remains from December to February, at that time the temperature of the city is between 10 degree Celsius and 18 degree Celsius.

History of Jagannath Temple

Jagannath Temple built in 1161 century. Gods of Puri temple are commonly known as trinity. Chaturdsha Murti Murthy is for scholars. Gods of Puri temple are commonly known as trinity. But for the scholars there is a four-fold murti. Even today some people think that there was only Jagannath as the purpose of worship and Neela Madhava disappeared. King Indraudum made lord Jagannath’s body with a log of wood that was raised from the sea. Due to a divine direction received by the king, scholars believe that there was no trinity at present. Examples of the number of temples in Orissa’s Cuttack district are that they have only of Jagannath and Balabhadra have been carved and there cannot be seen Subhadra. It is also believed that Bhadra or Mangala were called as Subhadra and on the importance of Vaishnav, they were presented as Krishna’s sister.

Languages in Jagannath Temple

The official language of Puri is Oriya and 80 % people of the town of Puri use Oriya language. Apart from Oriya, a small percentage of Puri speaks Hindi, Urdu, Bengali and Telugu. Bengali is mostly spoken in Mayurbhanj region. English also speaks a large number of English in Puri and is widely understood. English is also used for official and tourist purposes in Puri.

Interesting things to do Jagannath Temple

The beach is very fast and with a deep shore break with shelves and this is absurd - but the beach is part of a sustainable, community-driven beach tourism initiative, offering 700 meters long sand which is easy to clean.  The best and the clean is. Palm shades provide shade and kebab boys / lifeguard, which is known as Sea Riders.

Interesting things to visits near Jagannath Temple

• Chilika Lake - Asia’s largest salted water lake is Chilka Lake, It is located in orissa and also known as Chilka Lake Bird Sanctuary.

• Konark Beach - Konark Beach is located on the east coast of India, in Odisha and it is considered as the best beach of India. Ramchandi temple is situated at a distance of 10 km along the coast. Sun Temple stands on this beach.

Nearest Visiting places from Jagannath Temple

• Lokanath Temple - Limhamam was established in this temple by Lord Shri Ram. The unique feature is that there is always shiveling under water.

• Markandeswara Temple - This is a place where Rishi Markandeya paid attention to Lord Shiva.

• Lakshmi Temple - It is a very important temple because of the beliefs surrounding the history of this structure located near the Jagannath temple. It is believed that the marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati was done on the sixth day of the fortnight of Jyeshtha and she was invited by Goddess Lakshmi to this temple.

• Puri Beach - Puri beach is the beach in the city of Puri in Odisha state of India. It is on the banks of Bay of Bengal, it is known for being a tourist attraction and a Hindu holy place.

• Baleshwar Beach - Belashwar beach is a major attraction for newly married couples, who come to the beach because it is less crowded and Shiva pray to the temple.

• Raghurajpur Artist Village - This is a world class art village, Intrestingly foreigners are going there more than Indians.Morale of the story we forget our culture but they are adopting our culture.

Nearest Petrol Pump near by Jagannath Temple

• Reliance Petrol Pump

Biju Patnaik Airport distance 41.1 km
Bhubaneswar Train Station distance 43.7 km
Khurda Road Jn Railway Station distance 40.4 km
Puri Railway Station distance 7.6 km

• Bharat Gas

Jagannath Sadak; Odisha 752012; India
Phone: 1800 233 3555
2.4 KM distance

• Bharat Petrol Pump

NH203; Odisha 752012; India
3.1 KM distance

• Hindustan Petrol Pump

Jagannath Sadak; Odisha 752014; India
3.5 KM distance

Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation near by Jagannath Temple

Lodge Sweet Home
Address: Chakra Tirtha Rd, Penthakata, Puri, Odisha 752002
Phone: 098610 80058
Mahabahu International Hotel
Address: Puri, Odisha 752001
Phone: 088953 00357
Panthanivas Puri
Address: Near Subhash Chandra Bose Square, Chakra Tirtha Road, Puri, Odisha 752001
Phone: 06752 222 562

Tips & Suggestions for Jagannath Temple

Visit time: All days of the week
6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Help Line/Phone Number in Jagannath Temple

• Police Station Town
  Contact - 06752 222039

• Local Police Station
  Contact - 100

• Railway Enquiry
  Contact - 06752 226717

• Elder Person Help Line
  Contact - 1090

• Women Help Line
  Contact - 1091

• Children Help Line
  Contact - 1098

• Coastal Security Help Line
  Contact - 1093

• Fire Help Line
  Contact - 101

• Ambulance Help Line
  Contact - 108

• Janani Ambulance Help Line
  Contact - 102

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Location info

Address: Puri Sri Nahar
District - Puri
State - Odisha (India)
Pin code - 752001
Phone: 0674 251 1166

Mobile network coverage

Airtel, Jio, BSNL, and Vi all provide coverage across Odisha. 4G is reliable in Bhubaneswar, Puri, Cuttack, and along the Golden Triangle tourist circuit. Coverage may be weaker in remote tribal areas, interior forests, and certain coastal stretches. Most hotels in tourist areas offer free Wi-Fi.

Food & restaurants nearby

Religious sites in Odisha often have nearby prasad counters and simple eateries. Puri and Bhubaneswar have extensive food options including Odia thali restaurants, temple food stalls, and multi-cuisine dining.

Accessibility

Religious sites may have steps at the entrance and may not have ramps. The interiors are generally level once inside. Some historic sites have uneven stone floors. Visitors with mobility concerns should check in advance.

Rules & restrictions

Modest dress is required: shoulders and knees must be covered (scarves or shawls are often available at the entrance). Photography is generally permitted without flash, but video may be restricted. Maintain silence inside. Mobile phones should be on silent mode. Remove shoes if required (indicated by signage). Do not touch artefacts or altars. These are active places of worship — respect services, festivals, and devotees.

Best photography spots

Odisha’s few colonial-era churches in Cuttack and Bhubaneswar are modest but historically interesting. Morning light works best. The Sun Temple at Konark, Jagannath Temple, and Lingaraj Temple are the main architectural photography subjects in the state.

Best time to visit Jagannath Temple

October to March for weather. Visit during Rath Yatra (June/July) for the most spectacular experience. Early morning (5:00–7:00 AM) is the best time for peaceful darshan.

Timings & opening hours

Daily: 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Darshan timings vary by season. Key rituals: Mangala Aarti (5:00 AM), Mailam (6:30 AM), DHADI (11:00 AM), Bhasanam (11:30 AM), Sandhya Aarti (6:00 PM), and Chandan Lagi (9:00 PM).

Entry fee & tickets

No entry fee. Special darshan tickets (Parihara/Aruna Stambha): ₹50–₹200 for VIP darshan. Camera fee: ₹20 (still), ₹100 (video).

Duration needed

2–4 hours for darshan and temple complex exploration.

Safety tips

Be aware of pickpockets in crowded areas during festivals. Keep valuables secure. Follow temple security protocols for bag screening.

Things to carry

Modest clothing covering shoulders and knees. Remove footwear before entering the temple. Carry cloth bags — plastic bags may be restricted. Offerings (fruits, flowers) can be purchased outside the temple.

Nearest airport, railway & bus

Nearest Airport: Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar (5–100 km). Nearest Railway Station: Puri Railway Station. Nearest Bus Stand: Puri Bus Stand.

Frequently asked questions

Is the temple open to non-Hindus? Non-Hindus are not permitted inside the main temple of Jagannath in Puri. They can view the temple from nearby buildings and enjoy the Rath Yatra festival.

What is Mahaprasad? Mahaprasad is the sacred food offered to Lord Jagannath, cooked in earthen pots over wood fire. It is considered highly blessed and is available for purchase.

What is the Rath Yatra? The Rath Yatra is the annual chariot festival when the three deities are taken from the temple to Gundicha Temple in massive wooden chariots, pulling millions of devotees.

Visitor information

Please check locally for current visitor information.