Which temple in Odisha is famous for hosting the annual Rath Yatra festival?

 

 

The Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha, is world-renowned for hosting the annual Rath Yatra, or Chariot Festival. Dedicated to Lord Jagannath, a form of Lord Krishna, along with his siblings Balabhadra and Subhadra, this temple is a vital part of the Char Dham pilgrimage. The Rath Yatra involves pulling massive chariots carrying the deities through the streets of Puri, symbolizing their visit to their aunt’s temple, the Gundicha Temple. Millions of devotees and tourists gather each year to witness and participate in this event, making it one of the largest and most famous religious gatherings in the world.