Talesvara Temple, Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Talesvara Temple, Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Talesvara Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Bhubaneswar, the state capital of Odisha, India. This Temple is situated inside the Bharati Mata Temple. It is owned by Bharti Matha. It is surrounded by the burials of the Matha Mahantas in the east and Matha entrance in the north.

History

The temple is believed to be built in 11^th century CE by the Somavanshi Kings.

The Temple

Talesvara Temple is situated inside the Bharati Mata Temple Complex. This is a small west facing temple. It is a living temple. It has only sanctum. The Vimana over the sanctum follows Rekha Deula style. There is no Jagamohana. Presiding Deity is called as Talesvara. He is housed in the sanctum in the form of Lingam. Navagraha Panel can be found at the lintel of entrance. The temple is partially buried up to the pabhaga portion. The western side is partly damaged. The carvings in the temple walls are largely eroded.

Connectivity

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://hindutemples-india.blogspot.com/2020/01/bharati-matha-temple-bhubaneswar-connectivity.html

Location