Famous Temples & Monuments of Odisha
Odisha, one of the unique States of India, is endowed with rich cultural heritage, splendid architecture, fascinating tales of the bygone era, colourful culture, and multitude of temples. Due to this incredible and untouched beauty, the Tourism of the State has rapidly been flourishing over the years, attracting visitors from all across the globe. The prominent Temple and archaeological sites of the State are not only Odisha’s wealth, but also India’s pride!
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Temples & Monuments of Odisha
Sun Temple, Konark
One of the most celebrated structures, the Sun Temple Konark is a symbol of Odisha’s rich history and heritage, built in the 13th Century CE and known for its intricate engravings as well as the colossal structure, reflecting the Kalinga or Orissa style of architecture.
Shri Jagannath Temple, Puri
The largest religious complex of the State needs no introduction. Being one of the holy Hindu Chaar Dhams, the significance of this Temple and Lord Jagannath is known throughout the world. It is rightly said that a visit to Odisha is incomplete without visiting the majestic Shri Jagannath Temple in Puri. What more to say, apart from the spectacular architecture of this Temple, you are going to take back immense blessings from the Lord himself.
Top Temples in Bhubaneswar
Talking about the Temple City Bhubaneswar itself, no cultural and religious enthusiast would want to miss the various spectacular Temples and archaeological sites which the City has to offer. In fact, the list here is endless, as it holds around 700 temples on its sacred land, each with incredible embodiment and divine touch. If you’re out for a temple-hopping in Bhubaneswar, then Lingaraj Temple, Rajarani Temple, Chausathi Yogini Temple, Ram Mandir, Ananta Vasudeva Temple, Parashurameshvara Temple, ISKCOn Temple, Kedar Guari Temple, and Mukteswar Temple should definitely top your bucket-list.
Leaning temple of Huma, Sambalpur
It’s hard to believe that this iconic landmark is actually leaning, but it is, quite naturally, and interestingly the edifice of the temple leans. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the reason of the leaning structure is shrouded in mystery, making up for one of the most popular attractions of Odisha and the Sambalpur City as well.
Udayagiri & Khandagiri Hills
Ask any resident of Bhubaneswar as to which tourist destination of the City is meant for all age-groups and most special for the culture-lovers, you’ll get an immediate response of being at the Udayagiri & Khandagiri Hills, which is also easily accessible. These partly natural and partly artificial caves of archaeological, historical and religious importance are an interesting sight to behold. In fact, it is even believed that most of these caves were carved out as residential blocks for Jain monks during the reign of King Kharavela.
Top Temples in other parts of Odisha
Since Odisha is a vast land, with its history, culture and religion branching out from all the nooks and corners of the State, it is hard to list out each of the Temples and monuments that make up for the State’s brilliant beauty. If you’re the person who loves visiting a place to go an endless exploration, then you can also be at Sri Sri Baladev Jew Temple, Kendrapada, Baliharchandi Mandira, Near Konark, Kapilasa Mahadev Temple, Dhenkanal, Maa Samaleswari, Sonapur, Sambalpur, Ghanteswari Temple Chipilma, Sambalpur, Charchika Temple – Banki, Gupteswar Temple, Koraput, and even the Alarnath Temple at Brahmagiri.
Cuttack Chandi Temple
Another place of religious significance in the “Silver or Millennium City – Cuttack,” the Cuttack Chandi Temple has Goddess Chandi as the presiding deity, and is thronged by hundreds of devotees every day.
Dhabaleswar Temple
Dedicated to worshipping Lord Shiva, this Temple is located in the exotic island of Lord Dhabaleshwar, and makes up for an ideal weekend getaway from Cuttack City. Embellished with stone carvings dating back to the early 10th and 11th century, visiting this Temple is quite a serene experience.2q
Biraja Temple
Constructed in the 13th Century in Odisha’s Jajpur Town, the Biraja Temple, a historic Hindu Temple, holds significance as one of 51 shakthi peethams, where Sati's navel fell.
Chhatia Bata Temple
Located in the Chhatia Village, Jajpur district, this Temple is dedicated to Lord Jagannath, and is associated with an avatar of Lord Vishnu, named Kalki. In fact, this Temple is also regarded as Puri Temple of Cuttack.
Ghatagaon Maa Tarini Temple
This famous Hindu Goddess Temple, dedicated to Maa Tarini is located around 45 km from the Keonjhar town, and is very fondly visited by the devotees, round the year.
Panchalingeswar Temple
Located on the hilltop of the Eastern Ghats in Panchalingeshwara, Nilagiri, Baleswar district, you can have a beautiful and iconic darshan of Lord Shiva here, set amidst natural surroundings. A rare and enchanting sight to view!
Taratarini Temple
Situated in the Ganjam District, this Temple is dedicated to Goddesses Tara-Tarini have been regarded as the presiding deity (Ista-Devi) in almost every house in South Odisha.
Kichakeshwari Temple
Located in Khiching, in the Mayurbhanj District of Odisha, this Maa Kichakeshwari Debi Temple is one of the largest Temples of that town. In fact, the deity is regarded to be the family goddess of the ruling chiefs of Mayurbhanj.
