Puri Rath Yatra 2022: Craftsmen Make Identical Jagannath Chariots Without Any Manuals or Modern Machines For Odisha's Annual Festival (See Pics)

Year after year, for centuries, taking inspiration from traditional knowledge and using only conventional techniques, artisans have been making identical chariots for Lord Jagannath and His sibling deities for the annual Puri Rath Yatra celebration. Check how the majestic structures are prepared below.

Puri Rath Yatra Chariots (Photo Credits: Twitter)

The annual grand celebration of Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra will be on Friday, 1st of July this year. Observed as Puri Rath Yatra, the preparation of the majestic structures for the procession of Lord Jagannath and his two siblings has already begun in Odisha. The official page of the Shree Jagannatha Temple Office, Puri shared glimpses of how the huge golden chariots are made for observance. Over 200-odd craftsmen don't use modern machines, architectural designs or manuals to build the structure. The 3 chariots famed for their brilliant craftsmanship start from the 12th century Jagannath Temple and reach the Gundicha Temple. Ratha Yatra 2022 Date: When Is Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra? Know About Suna Besha Rituals, Celebration and Significance of Odisha's Famous Chariot Festival.

Puri Rath Yatra Preparation

Here's How The Iconic Chariots Are Made 

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