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Jagannath Temple, Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu · 12.8502°, 80.2435°

Jagannath, with Balabhadra and SubhadraModernKalinga
Sacred since
2001 CE
first attestation / structure
Standing structure
consecrated 2001
Modern

History & significance

A modern shrine at Kannathur off the East Coast Road south of Chennai, built in Kalinga style for the divine trinity of Jagannath, Baladeva and Subhadra. It was consecrated on 26 January 2001 and serves the city's Odia community.

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Sources

coordinates: wikipedia-2026-08-27 · sources retrieved 2026-08-26 · dynasty page: Modern