Srinagar, Oct. 20 -- The Jagannath Cult of Odisha is a syncretic religious tradition built around the worship of Lord Jagannath - literally, the Lord of the Universe. This is a world-famous culture which has many unique aspects that defy neat theological boxes. I was on a pilgrimage from 15 to 18 October accompanied by seven men and women who are part of Heritage Walks across the country. We had first-hand experience of the religious customs in the 12th-century Puri Jagannath Temple. We also had glimpses of other temples in Odisha and a couple of Buddhist and Jain monasteries. Visiting various religious sites was part of an interfaith exercise - not tourism, but darshan in the broadest sense. Our first port of call was the Puri Jagannath ...