Gundicha Temple Tourism

The Gundicha Temple, situated in the sacred city of Puri in Odisha, India, is an essential part of the great Rath Yatra Festival associated with the Jagannath Temple. Positioned 3 kilometers away from the main Jagannath Temple, it is here that the idols of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Goddess Subhadra reside for nine days during the festival. The temple is often referred to as the 'Gundicha Ghar' or the 'Aunt's House', symbolizing the maternal aunt's home where Lord Jagannath visits once a year. The architecture of the temple is admired for its striking ‘Kalinga’ style, notable for its intricate carvings and sanctity. Surrounded by a well-maintained garden, the temple complex houses the main sanctum, a prayer hall, and a kitchen considered one of the largest in the world. The sanctity of the temple lies in its deep-rooted religious customs, attracting pilgrims and tourists from across the globe.