Bhubaneswar Re-Explored: Welcome to the City of Temples

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Fascinating facts, and history of Bhubaneswar

Every town in India is renowned for its distinct feature. Some are well-known for their legendary histories, while some are well-known for their pilgrimage sites and stunning heritage. Bhubaneswar is one of those few regions in the world that is well-known for both its natural and historical splendour.

Bhubaneswar was the ancient capital of the Kalinga Empire, and the period's architectural legacy is its core appeal to the visitors.

Architecture and archaeology that make Bhubaneswar beautiful!

Bhubaneswar was one of India's first planned cities post-independence. The place where, after witnessing thousands of people dying in the Kalinga war, King Ashoka converted himself into a monk.

The temples in Bhubaneswar are believed to have been built under Shaiva influence between the 8th and 12th centuries.

Get the best out of Bhubaneswar!

The essence of Bhubaneswar resides in the beautiful temples and monuments that surround its landscape. Lingaraj Temple, Muktesvara Temple, Rajarani Temple, and Ananta Vasudeva Temple are all well-known and magnificent temples.

●  The best-preserved early Hindu temple is Parashurameshvara Temple, which dates from the Sailodbhava era in the seventh and eighth centuries.

●     Udayagiri and Khandagiri twin caves, natural and artificial Wonders, which are ornately carved caves, which served as residential blocks for Jain monks. The Rani Gumpha, the largest cave of all, has beautiful stone carvings.

●   Mukteswar Temple is an important monument in the study of the history of Hindu temples in Odisha.

●    The 'love temple,' Rajarani Temple, is adorned with carvings of women and couples, as well as elegant sculptures.

●    Beautiful depictions of Lord Rama, Lord Lakshman, and Goddess Sita are housing in the Ram Mandir and the temple can be seen from several regions of the capital city.

●  Lingaraj Temple, the city's largest temple, with over 50 shrines, each with beautiful stone carvings to enchant your eyes!

There is also plenty of other ancient sculptures and diverse art forms in Bhubaneswar that will fascinate you. The above details will eventually tell you about the beauty of Bhubaneswar and why every tourist and traveller should explore it.

When you see Bhubaneswar inside and out, you will find that the place is sitting on a perfect balance between the breath-taking wonders of history and awe-inspiring aspirations of the future. The city of temples welcomes you!

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