Janmashtami marks the birth of Lord Krishna, the revered god in Hinduism. On this auspicious day, people visit temples and seek the blessings of the almighty.
Let’s explore the list of famous temples in Odisha that you can visit on the auspicious day of Janmashtami on Monday (August 25).
Jagannath Temple, Puri: The temple in Puri is the sacred abode of Lord Jagannath who is another form of Lord Krishna. It’s one of the holy pilgrimage sites in India and is perfect to visit during Janmashtami.
ISKCON, Bhubaneswar: Built by Sri Gaur Govinda Swami with an impressive lotus-shaped architecture, it’s the most revered abode of Lord Krishna in Bhubaneswar and a must-visit for Krishna devotees.
Khirachora Gopinath Temple, Remuna, Balasore: Located about 9 km east of Balasore in Remuna, this temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna’s form who steals milk. Janmashtami is a major festival here that attracts mass devotees.
Sakhigopal Temple, Puri: Also known as Satyabadi Gopinatha Temple, this revered temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna and is situated on the Puri-Bhubaneswar Highway, about 20 km away from Shree Jagannatha Temple, Puri.
Ananta Basudeva Temple, Bhubaneswar: Located near the Lingaraj Temple, it’s said to be built by Queen Chandrika of the Eastern Ganga dynasty towards the 13th century. The temple Mahaprasad, ‘Abhada’, is similar to the Shree Jagannatha Temple of Puri.
Sabar Srikhetra, Koraput: Amid the scenic panoramic views of Koraput, this Jagannath temple is one of the major attractions in the district and sits atop a hill at a 50-foot height.
Nilamadhaba Temple, Kantilo, Nayagarh: Situated on the banks of river Mahanadi on the top of a twin hill, this popular temple is the miniature form of the Shree Jagannatha Temple at Puri and attracts mass devotees throughout the year.