The book is about lord Jagannatha - the established god of Hindus and His temple at Puri known as Badadeula. The book is for general reading for those interested to know about lord Jagannatha and His temple at Puri and not a historical treatise. Many of the descriptions and anecdotes in it are from the epics, legends and folktales that may or may not have historical relevance. But at the same time, they are interesting facts about lord Jagannatha since ages. The book with the captioned name is divided into four chapters (1) Lord Jagannatha, (2) The Temple - Badadeula, (3) The Festivals of Jagannatha and (4) Mahaprasada. (the food offerings to Jagannatha). The eight annexes deal with (i) Important temples in Puri, (ii) Important mathas (monasteries) in Puri, (iii) Different beshas (costumes/dresses) of Jagannatha, (iv) Important festivals in Badadeula, (v) Fables and facts about Jagannatha,(vi) Invasion on Puri and Badadeula by Afghans and Moguls (vii) Salient facts and figures about Badadeula and Puri and (viii) Places of interest in and around Puri.

Volume XII: Tourism Studies contains 34 articles on various aspects of Tourism contributed by scholars in Tourism Sector. The topics covered in this volume include forms of Tourism, like Agri, film, cultural, eco, health pilgrimage, rural, Tribal, Wildlife tourism, Tourism development, tourist destinations. Tourism as an Industry, Tourism and Hospitality, and Tourism and Handicrafts.The volume serves as a source book for students, Research scholars and Teachers of Tourism Studies. This volume also highlights the love and affection of Prof. P. Chenna Reddy enjoys in the intellectual world. The felicitation Volume is brought out in a series of 12 independent books covering a total of 460 articles. Every volume contains two sections. The first section contains the biographical sketch of Prof.P.Chenna Reddy, his achievements and contribution to archaeology, history and Society. The second section of each volume is subject specific, E.g., Volume-I on Archaeology, Volume II on Early and Medieval Indian History, Volume III on Modern Indian History, Volume IV on Epigraphy and Numismatics, Volume V on Art, Volume VI on Architecture, Volume VII on Religion and Philosophy, Volume VIII on Economy, Trade and Commerce, Volume IX on Literature, Volume X Tribalore and Folklore, Volume XI Contemporary India and Diaspora, Volume XII, Tourism .and contains as many as 460 articles and contributed by renowned scholars.

Volume VIII: Economy, Trade and Commerce: The Volume contains 31 articles contributed by scholars on Trade, Commerce and Economy. The articles include, Process of Urbanization, Buddhism and trade routes, Marine trade, epigraphical references to Trade, mercantile activities, commercial contacts with South Asian Countries, Trade and craft guilds, trade on Indian Ocean, role of ports in promoting trade and commerce, and Migrant trading Communities.The volume serves as a valuable source book for students, research scholars and teachers of trade, commerce and economy in historical context. This volume also highlights the love and affection of Prof. P. Chenna Reddy enjoys in the intellectual world. The felicitation Volume is brought out in a series of 12 independent books covering a total of 460 articles. Every volume contains two sections. The first section contains the biographical sketch of Prof. P. Chenna Reddy, his achievements and contribution to archaeology, history and Society. The second section of each volume is subject specific, E.g., Volume-I on Archaeology, Volume II on Early and Medieval Indian History, Volume III on Modern Indian History, Volume IV on Epigraphy and Numismatics, Volume V on Art, Volume VI on Architecture, Volume VII on Religion and Philosophy, Volume VIII on Economy, Trade and Commerce, Volume IX on Literature, Volume X Tribalore and Folklore, Volume XI Contemporary India and Diaspora, Volume XII, Tourism .and contains as many as 460 articles.

“Sri Jagannath Puri” by author HG Sarvasakshi Das is a captivating exploration of the spiritual and cultural significance of the sacred city of Puri, India, home to the revered Jagannath Temple. This insightful book delves into the temple’s rich history, rituals, and traditions, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of its profound importance in Hinduism. It serves as a spiritual guide for those seeking to connect with the divine in this sacred pilgrimage destination.