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Jharkhand Jagannath Temple
Jagannath temple of Puri is an inspiration of making various such temples in the country. The renowned Jagannath temple of Ranchi is among one of them. It is very close to Firavalal chowk. The temple has been designed keeping Jagannath temple of Puri in mind thus it resembles like that. The Jagannath temple of Ranchi is constructed in architectural style of Jagannath temple of Puri city. However, it is smaller than puri temple. Moreover, at this temple area, a Rath yatra also held every year and during the Rath Yatra, devotees from all over the state gather here to get blessings of Lord Jagannath.
History
The temple was constructed by Barkagarh J. T. Aninath Shahdeo in 1691. The renowned Jagannath temple was completely established on 25th of December in the year of 1691. This sacred Hindu worship place is situated on hill top. Hence, to reach at the temple devotees need to climb the provided stairs or also use vehicle route. However, there are various steps and visitors or pilgrims can rest while climbing to the hill top.
However, on 6th of August in the year of 1990, the temple was collapsed with the participation of Bihar government. But on 8th of February in the year of 1992, the temple has been renovated completely. Presently , the Jagannath temple regains its past glory and spiritual shine. During the sacred Rath Yatra which is held every year at this sacred place, visitors or devotees from all over the country visit here and participate in it to get spiritual benefits.
How to Reach
By Air
Reaching at the temple by using air-transport could be a better option. Some of the nearest airports are Ranchi airport only 4 km, Gaya airport 179 km and Patna airport 280 km distance from this sacred area.
By Rail
The nearest railway station is Ranchi Railway station only 1 km distance from the sacred area that connects area to all other neighbouring parts of the state. So visitors or devotees can easily get there by using railway transportation.
By Road
Buses, cabs and taxis are always available in the city to reach at the temple.
\Weather and Time to Visit
The climate conditions of Ranchi city is like all other parts of Jharkhand state. During the summers the temperature ranges from 35 degree Celsius to 43 degree Celsius while during winters temperature ranges from 10 degree Celsius to 29 degree Celsius. However, during the monsoon, visitors have to face heavy rain occasionally. So the best time to visit at Jagannath temple of Ranchi is from October to March.
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