The Jagannath Temple at Puri is one of the most revered Vaishnava sites of worship in India. One of the oldest Hindu temples to still be in use, its main shrine was built by Anantavarman of the Chodaganga dynasty in the tenth century. The deities within the shrine, however, are believed to be much older and are associated with the great mythical ruler of the Satya-yuga, King Indrayumna, nephew of Lord Ram. Free service of Battery operated vehicles are available from Jagannatha Ballav Parking place (Market square) to Temple main gate / North gate for carrying senior citizens and physically challenged people. Wheel chair and Ramp facilities are available at North gate and for availing wheel chair, one can contact Temple Supervisor / Asst. Supervisor @ 06752 – 252527 (wheel chairs are available only for differently abled devotees). The temple of Lord Jagannath has been built in sand-stone. The architecture of this temple follows the classical pattern of the Sri Jagannath temple of Puri where the main tower rises above the inner sanctum that houses the deities and a subsidiary towe risng above ante-all. The Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in India. It is part of the Char Dham Yatra, which includes Badrinath, Dwarka, Rameswaram, and Puri. The temple is dedicated to Lord Jagannath , an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, and is world-famous for the annual Rath Yatra or Chariot Festival. In
