Lingaraja Temple Odisha Tourism | Lingaraj Shiv Temple Bhubaneswar

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The Lingaraja temple is located in Bhubaneswar, the ancient capital of the Indian state of Orissa. The Lingaraja Temple is one of the largest and oldest temples in Bhubaneswar. This is the oldest temple in the city of Bhubaneswar. However it is dedicated to Lord Tribhuvaneshwar.

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Lingaraja Temple Lord Tribhuvaneshwar.

The present form of this temple was built in the 10th or 11th century. But some parts of it are more than 1400 years old. And its architectural style is also very special, it is one of the very few Hindu temples in India.

One of the Largest Temple

The description of these temples also appears in the writings of the sixth century. Lalatedukeshari built the Lingaraja temple in 615-657 AD. The height of this temple is about 55 meters. The entire temple has very beautiful etching. According to some rigid traditions of the Lingaraja temple, non-Hindus do not allow entry into the temple.

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A high platform, however, has been built right next to the temple so that citizens of other faiths can see it. Tourists and devotees visit here throughout the year.

According to the religious legend, Goddess Parvati killed two terrible demons named Litti and Vasas at this place. After the battle of both the demons, they got thirsty, then Shiva Ji made a coup and called all the holy rivers to contribute. And here is the Bindusagar lake and near it is the huge temple of Lingaraja.

Lingaraja Temple in Bhubaneshwar

Bhubaneshwar has been the main center of Shaivism in northeast India for hundreds of years. It is said that in the Middle Ages there were more than seven thousand temples and places of worship, out of which now only about five hundred are left.

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Although this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, but Lord Vishnu in the form of Shaligram is also present here.

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How to Visit Lingaraj Temple

The Lingaraj temple can be reached by Bhubaneswar road.
By Air: If you go by airplane, you can reach Bhubaneswar Airport.
One can go to Bhubaneswar railway station by rail route.

Best time to Visit Lingaraj Temple

The Lingaraj temple attracts tourists and devotees throughout the year. You can come to the temple anytime.

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