Lingaraja temple

Visited the temple at late afternoon, when there was limited crowd. Lingaraja Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the oldest temples with attractive architecture and the most prominent landmark of Bhubaneswar city. As shoe, bag and mobile are not allowed inside the temple, there is provision of locker for keeping the belongings at a nominal charge at the entry point of the temple. The children are not allowed inside the temple, also certificate for both doses of vaccination is necessary for entry. It is an historical temple with expansive complex. The entire temple complex is neatly maintained. In addition to the main temple, there exists several minor temples dedicated to other deities within the complex. The temple is maintained by the Temple Trust and the Archaeological Survey of India. Spotted number of pandas / priests at every point inside the temple complex, individuals’ discretion is recommended in dealing with them. Lingaraja temple is one of the oldest and must visit temple of Bhubaneswar City. In general who all are visiting the Bhubaneswar they will plan their visit to all these three temples, without which your Odisha trip will not complete. The temple is believed to be built by the kings from Somavamshi dynasty in 11th Century, with later additions from the Ganga rulers. It was built by King Jayati Keshari in the 10th Century and completed by King Lalatendu Keshari in the 11th Century. This temple is constructed in red stone and is a classic examp...

Lingaraja Temple (Bhubaneshwar) Located in Bhubaneshwar(Orrisa), Lingaraja Temple is an important pilgrimage site for Hindus. Though the temple was built in 11th century by King Jajati Keshari, people believed that it has existed since the 6th century. They refer to the manuscript of Brahma Purana that defines the significance of God Shiva in Bhubaneshwar. Key Points about the temple • Location : Lingaraj Nagar, Old Town, Bhubaneswar, Odisha- 751002 • Completed : 11th century CE • Creator : Jajati Keshari • Affiliation : Hinduism • Entry Fee : No fee • Deity : Shiva as Lingaraja or Adidev, Vishnu as Adi Narayana, and Bhuvneshvari form of Parvati • Architectural style : Kalinga Architecture • Festivals : Maha Shivratri • Photography : Prohibited Architecture of the Temple The architecture of the temple is a blend of Orrisa style and Kaliga style of architecture. The temple’s sandstones are of darker shade with magnificent craft work. Though the main entrance is towards the east, the other entrances and exits are towards northern and southern sides. The temple is fortified with a great wall and beautiful carved sculptures build around Bindu Sagar Lake. The temple has four parts- 1. Vimana- Having main sanctum 2. Jagmohan- Assembly hall 3. Nata Mandira- Festive hall 4. Bhoga/Mandapa- the hall of offerings Mahashivratri and Jaggannath Rath Yatra at the temple Every year, many festivals are celebrated in the temple that adds more charm to its divinity. Chandan Yatra, Rath yatra...

In …Orissan temple architecture is the Lingaraja temple of Bhubaneswar, built about 1000. The largest temple of the region, however, is the famous Black Pagoda, the Sun Temple (Surya Deula) of Konarak, built in the mid-13th century. Its tower has long since collapsed, and only the assembly hall remains. The most… • In …building, however, is the great Liṅgarāja temple (11th century), an achievement of Orissan architecture in full flower. The latina spire soars to a considerable height (over 125 feet [40 metres]); the wall is divided into two horizontal rows, or registers, replete with statuary; and the attached hall is exquisitely and…

Lingaraja Temple, one of the largest Hindu temples, is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is one of the oldest temples in the capital of Odisha, i.e., Bhubaneswar. It is the most eye-catching, outstanding, and famous landmark of Bhubaneswar. Lingaraja temple is famous among tourists and devotees. The main pillar of this LingarajA temple is approximately 55m (180ft) in height. This Lingaraj temple is the architectural work of the Kalinga dynasty, and it belongs to the medieval age. It is believed that the rulers of the Ganga Dynasty and Somavasi dynasty built this temple. Know the 7 Interesting Facts About Lingaraja Temple Bhubaneswar: The inspiration for the architecture of Lingaraj temple is the Deula style. Check out the interesting facts about Lingaraja temple right below: The word Lingaraja The word Lingaraja refers to “The king of Lingam”. And Lord Shiva is known as The King of Lingam. Originally Shiva was worshipped as Kirtivasa, after that as Harihara is often known as Bhubaneswar or Tribhuvaneshwara. He is known as the Master of the netherworld, heaven, earth, and the three worlds. Bubnesahwari was his consort. Believes related to its origin According to a Sanskrit treatise belonging to the 13th century, the deity of Lingaraja was under a mango tree (Ekamra). Hence, Bhubaneswar is also famous as the Ekamra Kshetra, as noted in Ekamra Purana, a 13th-century Sanskrit treatise. In the era of the 6th century, the Lingaraja temple was built. Some believed that the temple’s mak...

• v • t • e Lingaraja Temple is a The Lingaraja temple is the largest temple in Bhubaneswar. The central tower of the temple is 180ft (55m) tall. The temple represents the quintessence of the natamandira (festival hall) and bhoga-mandapa (hall of offerings), each increasing in the height to its predecessor. The temple complex has 50 other shrines and is enclosed by a large compound wall. Bhubaneswar is called the Ekamra Kshetra as the deity of Lingaraja was originally under a mango tree (Ekamra) as noted in Ekamra Purana, a 13th-century Lingaraja temple is maintained by the Temple Trust Board and the History [ ] Lingaraja, literally means the king of The temple in its present form dates back to the last decade of the eleventh century. There is evidence that part of the temple was built during the sixth century CE as mentioned in some of the seventh century Sanskrit texts. jagamohana), sanctum and temple tower were built during the eleventh century, while the Hall of offering ( bhoga-mandapa) was built during the twelfth century. The natamandira was built by the wife of Salini between 1099 and 1104 CE. As per some accounts, the temple is believed to have been built by the Somavanshi king Ekamra Kshetra in the tambula to the presiding deity. K.C. Panigrahi mentions that Yayti I had no time to build the temple and it should have been initiated by his sons Ananta Kesari and Udyota Kesari (believed to be other names of Yayati II as well). The argument provided against the view ...

The largest and the most sacred shrine of the Temple City Bhubaneswar is the Lingaraj Temple. The temple is devoted to Lord Harihara, which essentially means it is dedicated to Hari (Lord Vishnu) and Hara (Lord Shiva). Built in the 11th century, this place of worship houses a Swayambhu (self-manifested) Shivalinga, which is believed to be 8 feet in diameter and 8 inches tall. An architectural wonder, the Lingaraj Temple is the top tourist attraction of the city; however, it can only be visited by Hindus. A platform has been built outside the complex for non-Hindus to get a glimpse of this magnificent ancient structure. Thousands of devotees flock the temple across the year, but this number increases significantly on festivals like Mahashivratri and Ashokastami that are celebrated with much fanfare in its premises. Built in Kalinga architectural style, the temple boasts of finely carved sculptures on the walls of the temple. Spread over a huge area, the temple complex also features 150 smaller shrines. The height of the tower of the main sanctum is quite high and can be seen from a distance. History of Lingaraj Temple, Bhubaneswar According to historical accounts, the Lingaraj Temple was built in the 11th century by Jajati Keshari, who was a Somvanshi king. However, there is a belief that the Swayambhu Shivalinga in the temple was worshiped even in the 7th century. As per mythological studies, the temple finds its name in Brahma Purana, which is an ancient Hindu scripture d...

The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, also known as ‘Lingaraj’. It is adorned with beautiful sculptures, which have been carved on the spire. Lingaraja temple is approximately 54.8 metres high and enshrines a huge statue of Lord Shiva, made up of granite. The idol is 8 feet in diameter and is placed on a platform that is about 8 inches above ground. The deity is bathed everyday with water, milk and bhang (marijuana) Lingaraj Temple is a temple of the Hindu God Shiva and is one of the oldest temples of the Temple City Bhubaneswar, a revered pilgrimage center and the capital of the state of Orissa. The temple is more than 1000 years old, dating back in its present form to the last decade of the eleventh century, though there is evidence that parts of the temple have been there since sixth century AD as the temple has been emphasized in some of the seventh century Sanskrit texts. This is testimony to its sanctity and importance as a Shiva shrine. By the time the Lingaraj temple was constructed, the Jagannath cult had been growing, historians believe, which is evidenced by the co-existence of Vishnu and Shiva worship at the temple. The temple is traditionally believed, though without historical authentication, to be built by the SomaVanshi king Jajati Keshari, in 11th century AD. Jajati Keshari had shifted his capital from Jajpur to Bhubaneswar which was referred to as Ekamra Kshetra in the Brahma Purana, an ancient scripture. : Lingaraj Temple stands majestically as the larg...