Ashta Sambhu Shiva Temples, Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Ashta Sambhu Shiva Temples, Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Ashta Sambhu Siva Temples are collection of 8 Hindu Temples dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Bhubaneswar, the state capital of Odisha, India. The Temple is situated inside the Uttaresvara Temple Complex. Ashta means eight and Sambhu refers to another name of Lord Shiva. These eight temples are of identical size and dimension. Five of them are arranged in one alignment are also known as Pancha Pandava.

History

The Temple was believed to be built in 10^th Century CE by Soma Vamshi Kings based on its architectural features. The temple is under the private ownership and is maintained by the Ratnakara Gargabatu and family.

The Temple

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://hindutemples-india.blogspot.com/2020/04/ashta-sambhu-shiva-temples-bhubaneswar-temple.html

Festivals

Mahashiva Ratri is celebrated on a grand scale in this temple.

Connectivity

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https://hindutemples-india.blogspot.com/2020/04/uttaresvara-temple-bhubaneswar-connectivitty.html

Location