Chandan Yatra: A Sacred Festival of Devotion
The Chandan Yatra, also known as Gandhalepana Yatra, is one of the most revered and longest religious festivals celebrated at the Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha. This grand event, observed annually during the months of May–June, marks the conclusion of the cycle of religious festivities dedicated to Lord Jagannath. Commencing on the auspicious day of Akshaya Tritiya, the festival continues for twenty-one days, filling the temple town with devotion, music, and vibrant traditions.