How Is Chandan Applied to Lord Jagannath? The Significance of Chandan Yatra Introduction Among the many sacred festivals associated with Lord Jagannath of Puri , Chandan Yatra holds a special place in the hearts of devotees. Celebrated during the scorching summer months, this unique festival beautifully reflects the loving relationship between the Lord and His devotees. Unlike grand festivals such as the Rath Yatra or Snana Yatra, Chandan Yatra is a celebration of affection, care, and devotion, where fragrant sandalwood paste is ceremonially applied to the deities to provide them relief from the summer heat. Explore the story of ' Bisi Pahacha ', the 22 sacred steps of Jagannath temple Puri  Chandan Yatra in Narendra Tank in Puri, Odisha   What is ' Daru Brahma ', the divine Neem tree for crafting Lord Jagannath's idol  For centuries, devotees have wondered why sandalwood is applied to Lord Jagannath, how this sacred ritual is performed, and what deeper spiritual...