construction pattern of Jagannath Temple
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Answer:
Dravidian style
Explanation:
it was constructed in Dravidian atyle
Answer:
According to the recently discovered copper plates from the Ganga dynasty, the construction of the current Jagannath temple was initiated by the ruler of Kalinga, Anantavarma Chodaganga. The Jaga mohan and the Vimana portions of the temple were built during his reign (1078 - 1148 )
Explanation:
The Puri temple is famous for its annual Ratha yatra, or chariot festival, in which the three principal deities are pulled on huge and elaborately decorated temple cars. These gave their name to the English term Juggernaut. Unlike the stone and metal icons found in most Hindu temples, the image of Jagannath is made of wood and is ceremoniously replaced every twelve or nineteen years by an exact replica.[2]