Jagannath Temple is an ancient Vaishnavite temple situated at
Jamalpur in
Ahmedabad District of
Gujarat. This temple is dedicated to
Lord Krishna as the presiding deity. Other deities include
Balram and
Subhadra.
Annually a rath yatra is observed here with great pomp and splendor in July. The chariots carrying the idols of Lord Jagannath (Krishna), Balram and Subhadra are quite impressive. The decorated elephants, gymnasts, acrobats, saints and devotees from all walks of life join the procession of the Rath Yatra.
Jagannath Temple is within a short distance from Ahmedabad city. The nearest railway station is Ahmedabad Junction Railway Station.
