The Mystery of Aruna Stambha: Why Was It Moved to the Jagannath Temple? Introduction Among the many sacred landmarks of the Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha, one monument quietly captures the attention of pilgrims before they even enter the temple—the majestic Aruna Stambha, or the Pillar of Aruna. Standing directly in front of the Lion Gate (Singha Dwara), this magnificent stone pillar has witnessed centuries of devotion, history, and cultural transformation. Read the mystery of Ratna Bhandar of Jagannath temple Puri  Aruna Stambh of Jagannath temple Puri  Many devotees respectfully touch or bow before the Aruna Stambha before entering the Jagannath Temple. Some even believe that offering prayers here first prepares the mind and heart for the divine darshan of Lord Jagannath. ' Suna Besa ' is a ritual of decorating Lord Jagannath with magnificent gold ornaments, read more about it. But one question has fascinated historians and devotees alike: * Why is the Aruna Stambha stand...