Shri Baladevjew Temple is located beside Keonjhar town. The Temple was built by Raja Laxminarayan Bhanja in the year 1671. The height of the Baladevjew Temple is around 135 feet. The main idol of this Temple is Lord Balaram, Jagannath and Devi Subhadra are worshipped here. Dadi Baman, Maa Mangala, Maa Lakshmi, Maa Bimala, Maa Saraswati, Mahadev, and Ganesh are worshipped in this Jagannath temple.
Ratha Yatra is the main festival of Baladevjew Temple. It is one of the most popular Jagannath temples in Odisha. The Place attracts thousands of visitors and pilgrims for its Panoramic Picturesque Temple. Baladevjew Mandir Temple is one of the top destinations for tourists and devotees. The temple provides a serene environment. Its historical and cultural importance makes it a key attraction for pilgrims and tourists visiting Odisha.
The Baladevjew Temple in Keonjhar is an ancient and significant temple dedicated to Lord Balarama (Baladevjew), the elder brother of Lord Jagannath. The temple was built under the patronage of Raja Laxminarayan Bhanja, a devout ruler of the Bhanja dynasty. It was modelled on the famous Baladevjew Temple of Kendrapara, showing architectural similarities and ritualistic parallels. The Bhanja kings were strong followers of Vaishnavism and contributed significantly to temple building and festivals, particularly the Ratha Yatra tradition. The structure includes four major details: Garbhagriha, Jagamohan, Nata Mandir, and Bhoga Mandap. A huge boundary wall surrounds the temple, providing security and sanctity.
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