Triad Deity: Lord Jagannath is worshiped alongside his siblings, Balabhadra and Subhadra, at the Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha.
Unique Appearance: The deities have large eyes and stumps instead of fully formed limbs, symbolizing universal vision and inclusiveness.
Ratha Yatra: The annual chariot festival, where the deities are taken out in massive wooden chariots, attracts millions of devotees.
Wooden Idols: Unlike most Hindu deities made of stone or metal, Lord Jagannath's idols are made of wood and are replaced every 12-19 years.
Non-Hindu Participation: The temple kitchen is the largest in the world, and food is prepared and offered to the deities by servitors.
Mystical Food: The Mahaprasad (sacred food offering) is said to remain fresh for an extended period and does not spoil.
Sudarsana Chakra: The temple has a Sudarsana Chakra atop its dome, which acts as a protective symbol.
No Shadow: The main temple is said to cast no shadow at any time of the day.
No Bird Perch: Birds are believed not to perch on the temple’s spire, adding to its mystique.
Hidden Treasures: The temple is believed to house immense treasures, protected by divine guardians.
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