Narendra Tank
Puri, Puri
About this place
Narendra Tank (also known as Narendra Pokhari) is one of the largest sacred ponds in Odisha, located about 2 km from the Jagannath Temple in Puri. Built in the 15th century by Narendra Dev, a minister of the Ganga dynasty, the tank spans over 3.25 acres and is lined with stone steps (ghats). The center of the tank features a small island housing the Chandana Mandapa temple.
Major hub for the Chandan Yatra festival; home to Chandana Mandapa island temple.
15th century (expansion under Kapilendra Deva) · Kalinga style island pavilion
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