Jagannath Temple, Ranchi
जगन्नाथ मंदिर, राँची
A temple built in 1691 on a hilltop in the style of the Jagannath Temple in Puri. Its annual Rath Yatra chariot festival draws hundreds of thousands of people.
The temple was built in 1691 by the local Nagavanshi royal family. It imitates the Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha, and stands on a small hill southwest of the city, with views over the surroundings. Inside are deities of Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra, the three siblings. During the Rath Yatra in June and July, the deities are placed on huge wooden chariots and pulled down the hill to the Mausi Maa Temple, accompanied by a large fair. It is Ranchi's grandest festival. Entry is free. The steps up the hill take about 5 minutes, and the temple is close to the airport.
Opening hours
Approx. 05:00–14:00 and 15:00–21:00
Nearby sights
- Ranchi Lake (Bada Talab)
- Pahari Mandir
- Tribal Research Institute Museum
- Rock Garden, Ranchi
- Kanke Dam
- Tagore Hill
- Bhagwan Birsa Biological Park
- Dassam Falls