Jagannath temple is located around 01 km distance from Baripada town. The temple of Lord Jagannath at Baripada is universally known as Haribaldev temple. Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra are the Main deities of this temple. The temple was built by Shri Baidyanath Bhanj in 1575 A.D, on the same architectural principles of Kakharua Baidyanath temple. The temple stands as a symbol of the religious favour of the Bhanja Rulers of Mayurbhanj. A large wall surrounds the temple, which is similar to the wall of Lord Jagannath in Puri.
Baripada Jagannath Temple History
An inscription on the temple wall states that in the year 1497 of the Saka Era. This temple-like Kakharua Baidyanath of Manatri is provided with Vimana, Jagamohan and Nata Mandira and is in a better-preserved condition than the latter. Besides the presiding deities, there are as many as seventeen Bedha deities consecrated in the temple. The Jagannath temple compound has provided small cells in which the images of different religions find their place.
The Ratha Yatra is the main festival of the temple, which is celebrated the day after the car festival of Puri. The three deities come to the Radhamohan Temple (Mausi Maa Mandir) during the car festival, which lasts for two days. The speciality of the Baripada Car festival is that only ladies can pull the chariot of Maa Subhadra. Baripada Jagannath Mandir is one of the famous temples in Mayurbhanj District.
- The temple showcases traditional Kalinga architecture, similar to other famous Jagannath temples.
- Intricate carvings and sculptures adorn the temple walls, depicting various mythological stories and sculptures.
- The Ratha Yatra (Car Festival) in Baripada is a main attraction and is celebrated with great enthusiasm.
- Baripada’s Rath Yatra is unique as it allows women to pull the chariot of Devi Subhadra, making it distinct from other Rath Yatras in Odisha.
- It is often referred to as the “Nari Shakti Rath Yatra” due to this tradition.
- Witness the unique tradition of women pulling Subhadra’s chariot.
- Festivals like Chandan Yatra, Snana Purnima, and Bahuda Yatra are celebrated with grandeur.
- A vibrant celebration with cultural performances and a massive gathering of devotees.
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