Mukteswara Temple, Bhubaneswar - Bhubaneswar
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| Address : | Old Town, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 751019, India |
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| Postal code : | 751019 | ||||||||||||||
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| Description : | Buddhist temple constructed in the 10th century, known for its highly ornamental arched gateway. |
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Q_ factor on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Mukteshwara Temple is a 10th-century Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India. The temple dates back to 950–975 CE and is a monument of importance in the study of the development of Hindu temples in Odisha. The stylistic development the Mukteswara marks the culmination of all earlier developments, and initiates a period of experiment which continues for an entire century, as seen in such temples as the Rajarani Temple and Lingaraj temple, both located in Bhubaneswar. It is one of the prominent tourist attractions of the city.
This architecture is one of the basic reasons why Mukteshvara Temple is also known as the "Gem of Odisha architecture" or "Kalinga Architecture" .The temple faces west and is constructed in a lower basement amidst a group of temples. The pyramidal roof to the jagamohana present in the temple was the first of its kind over the conventional two tier structure. The temple is a small one compared to other larger temples in Bhubaneswar. The temples is enclosed within an octagonal compound wall with elaborate carvings on it. It is believed that the experiment of newer pattern in the temple showed a mature phase compared to its predecessors and culminated the beginning of replication of similar pattern in the later temples in the city. The temple has a porch, called torana, which acts as the gateway to the octagonal compound. The temple has two structures namely, the vimana (structure above the sanctum) and a mukhasala, the leading hall, both of which are built on a raised platform. The temple is the earlies to be built in pithadeula type.
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Avyakt on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ A well maintained temple and temple complex by Archaeological Survey of India. Many couples come to have a pre wedding shoot here. People need sensitization about this temple of Shiv ji and the history of this place.
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Surya Katakam on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ This 10th Century temple is belongs to Somavamshi Dynasty and is believed to be sculpted by Yayati. this temple dates back to 950-975 CE. This is one of the one of the prominent tourist attraction of the city and 2nd famous temple of Bhubaneshwar after Lingaraja temple. This temple is famous for its architecture which symbolizes the innovation in Kalinga style of Architecture. The torana or the elaborately decorated arch is the main feature of this temple. it reflects heavy influences from Buddhist architecture.
This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva literal meaning of Mukteshwar is "Lord of Freedom".
Temple Festivals:
1. Most Happening Festivals of this temple is the Mukteshwar Dance festival where classical Odishi dance is performed accompanied by classical instruments.
2. Another festival celebrated in this temple is the Ashoka car festival marking fertility of women
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Swetaleena Dash on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Stunning arc shaped entrance and beautiful architecture. Truly justifies the tag "gem of Kalinga architecture". Clean and well maintained temple premise.
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Dr Sreelekha Ray on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Mukteshwara and Siddheshwara are two temples opposite each other across the road One temple complex is a bit cramped, but the other one is beautiful and well maintained. Both the temples are ancient and the intricately carved in stone. Plenty of place to roam, sit, take pictures and spend time. There's a small shopping complex just beyond the temples, but they were closed when we had gone.
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Bhalchandra Autade on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Amazing architecture and you will definitely like this place. I am sure that you can spend an hour at this lovely temple.
There is a parking space for two and four wheeler vehicle
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Veenamol M.S. on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Well maintained area. A big shout out to the maintenance team here. I would say, This place is kept as it is because of their hard work. Entry is free. No words can express the beauty of architecture. It’s mind blowing and unbelievable when we get to know that it was constructed in 10th century. No puja is happening currently even though deity is there. Less crowded in the afternoon, but crowded in the evening. A must visit place in Odisha. One of the main temple in the ‘City of Temples’.
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priyanka padhi on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ It is a very beautiful temple.one of the beautiful heritage of odisha. A must visit. It is generally preferred for prewedding, baby shower, etc etc shoots these days. You can also sit by the small pond and feed fishes..
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