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Gundicha Temple (Odia: ଗୁଣ୍ଡିଚା ମନ୍ଦିର), is a Hindu temple, situated in the temple town of Puri in the state of Odisha, India. It is significant for being the destination of the celebrated annual Rath Yatra of Puri . [1]
Gundicha Temple is a common place of the festivities during the annual Ratha Yatra and is also one of the most famous places to visit in Puri. The Gundicha Ghar was built by the Gundicha Maharani, the queen of King Indradyumna the founder of the 1st Jagannath Temple.
Gundicha Temple is believed to be the home of Lord Krishna's aunt Goddess Gundicha, the deity of Gundicha Temple. The Temple is known for the divine Rath Yatra celebration which happens in the month of July.
The Gundicha Temple in Puri, Odisha, stands as a timeless symbol of devotion, spirituality, and cultural heritage. Its ancient walls resonate with the echoes of centuries-old traditions and rituals, inviting devotees on a sacred journey of self-discovery and enlightenment.
Gundicha Temple, Puri Overview. Located 3 kilometres away from the main temple complex of Jagannath, the Gundicha Temple acts as the summer retreat for Lord Jagannath, his brother Balarama and sister Subhadra.
The Gundicha Temple stands in the midst of a garden, just 3 km from the Jagannath Temple. Located on Bada Danda (Grand Road), on which the famous Rath Yatra (chariot procession) takes place, the temple is named after Gundicha, the queen of Indradyumna, who commissioned the temple.
This spectacular festival includes a procession of three huge raths, or chariots, bearing the deities of Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra through the Bada Danda, or the Grand Avenue of Puri, until their final destination to the Gundicha Temple.
The Gundicha Temple is situated in Puri, an important religious centre in Odisha. The Lord Jagannath Temple, also known as Shree Mandira in this sacred city, is fairly well-known. The Bada Danda or Grand Road, which connects Lord Jagannath Temple and Gundicha Temple, comes to a conclusion at the Gundicha Temple.
Jul 5, 2024 · Jagannath Rath Yatra is one of the most anticipated festivals in India. It’s a nine-day-long holy festival that honours the journey of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Goddess Subhadra from the Jagannath temple to the Gundicha.
Jul 5, 2024 · During the time of Rath Yatra, Lord Jagannath, Balaram, and Subhadra are taken out of the Jagannath temple as they visit Queen Gundicha at the Gundicha temple. They are taken to the temple in their chariots. All three of them have different chariots and its own features.
