Bhubaneswar Shiva Temple No I – Odisha

Address

Bhubaneswar Shiva Temple No I – Odisha

 Old Town, Bhubaneswar,

 Odisha 751019

Moolavar

Shiva

Introduction

Shiva Temple No I is dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Bhubaneswar, the state capital of Odisha, India. This temple is considered as the gem of Kalingan architecture. This temple is situated within the Muktesvara Temple Complex. The temple was constructed in 10th century CE by Somavamsis. The temple is facing towards east. The temple seems to be a votive temple. The temple consists of a rekha vimana and square on plan. The temple is pancharatha on plan and triangabada in elevation. The sanctum enshrines a Shiva Linga within a circular yonipitha.

References

https://hindutemples-india.blogspot.com/p/odisha.html

Century/Period

10th century CE

Managed By

Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)

Nearest Bus Station

Mukteshvara temple

Nearest Railway Station

Bhubaneswar

Nearest Airport

Bhubaneswar

Location on Map

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