Bhubaneswar Shiva Temple No II – Odisha

Address

Bhubaneswar Shiva Temple No II – Odisha

Old Town, Bhubaneswar,

Odisha 751019

Moolavar

Shiva

Introduction

Shiva Temple No II 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. This temple is considered as the Barivara shrine of Muktesvara. The temple is facing towards east. 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 broken image of Ganesha. The exterior is devoid of any decoration except the chaitya medallion on the frontal raha projection.

References

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