Jagannath Temple, Agartala
Built by the Manikya Dynasty of Tripura during the 19th
century, the Jagannath Bari Mandir stands to be a pride of Tripura because of
its architectural magnanimity.
Location Tripura , West Tripura, Agartala
Legend
There is a belief that the Neelmadhav idol consecrated at
Puri was donated from the Jagannath Bari Mandir of Tripura.
Architecture
The Jagannath Bari Mandir, built by the Manikya King of
Tripura Maharaj Radha Kishore Manikya, stands to be an architectural heritage
that the state still boasts on. The architecture of the temple has influences
of Islamic style of edifices. Though, the amalgamation of Arabic and
Hemadpanthi in the exterior and the influences of Hindu architecture on the
interiors have been perfectly balanced. The octagonal-base temple is orange in
color and the pillars are crowned by the pyramidal cone structures. The
'pradhkshin patha' by the sanctum sanctorum deserves special mention.
Picture Courtesy: westtripura.gov.in
Culture
Tripura, one of the notable North-Eastern states of India,
stands apart for enshrining their century-old heritage and the lineage of their
culture. Once, the princely state, Tripura maintained its independence even
during the British Raj in India. In 1974, Tripura accepted to be recognized as
an Indian State.
70% of its population is Bengalis and the rest of the 30%
belongs to the different tribes, residing in this area over the centuries and
much before the Vedic times.
Tripura is accredited for its enriched culture including
dance, music, musical theater and other performing arts. The people here are
grateful to the great poet Rabindranath Tagore for promoting Tripura in his
various literary creations like Rajarshi, Mukut, and Visharjan.
Their handicrafts, way of flamboyant dressing entice
travelers from other states and abroad.
The Manikya Dynasty established almost all the important
Hindu shrines across Tripura.
Darsan Info
Temple open at morning and close at night. Pilgrims can find
this temple to be a wonderful subject to photography. Apart from the religious
significance, the temple dedicated to Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra
is a work of art.
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Darsan Dresscode
No specific dress code.
Famous Festival
June:- Annual ratha Yatra festival also known as Maha Ratha
Yatra observed at Melagarh.
Temple Rituals
Nitya Puja, Bhoga offerings and distribution and evening
aarti are the main rituals followed at Jagannath Bari.
Special Rituals
Ratha yatra is the main and the annual festival observed in
this Jagannath temple in Tripura. Before the Ratha yatra, "Pahandi"
is observed; the ritual of carrying of the deities onto the Chariots. The Rath
Yatra festival last 9 days after which the deities are taken back to the
temple.
Additional Info
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Eateries near Jagannath Bari :-
Ginger Restaurant
Rajarshi Restaurant
Bawarchi, Square Meal
Sadhana Fast Food restaurant
Kurry Club Restaurant
Khana Khazana Restaurant
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Supermarket : Available