Archive · 26 Jul 2026

Unique Floating Rath Yatra at Kankana Shikhari Dham

Unique Floating Rath Yatra at Kankana Shikhari Dham

The Floating Rath Yatra at Kankana Shikhari Dham is a unique celebration that takes place on the serene waters of Chilika Lake in Odisha.

Unlike the traditional Rath Yatra in Puri, where deities are taken out in wooden chariots, this event features beautifully decorated boats carrying the deities across the lake.

The procession is accompanied by devotional songs, conch shells, and chants, creating a spiritual and picturesque experience.

Chilika Lake, known for its rich biodiversity and migratory birds, adds to the beauty of this one-of-a-kind religious event.

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