Bhima Temple, Mahendragiri, Odisha

Bhima Temple, Mahendragiri, Odisha

Bhima Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Mahendragiri Hills in the Paralakhemundi subdivision of the district of Gajapati, Odisha, India. This Temple is situated in the southwest of Yudhistra temple on Kubjagiri, the highest peak of Mahendragiri Hills.

Legends

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History

The Bhima temple is assumed to have been built just after the Gupta period and appears to be the oldest of these temples. It is believed that this Temple was built by Mathra King Uma Varman, who ruled over this area in 360 – 395 AD. Bhima Temple is considered much older than Kunti Temple.

The Temple

The Temple is made out of huge sized stone blocks kept balanced one over another. The temple is smaller in height and was flat roofed structure. The temple has one small door opening at the front. There is one stone block kept inside the sanctum as object of worship. The walls do not have any niche idols. Amalakasila can be found at the top of the Vimana but the kalasa is absent. This Temple does not have any sculptures nor any decorations. There is no sculptural decoration worth mentioning. This temple is often regarded as the Gokarnesvara temple of the place. In addition to these temples, there are three other huts like uncut stone structures arranged in groups.

Festivals

Shivaratri is the famous festival celebrated in Mahendragiri Hills. Around 50000 devotees will visit Bhima Temple, Kunti Temple and Yudhistra Temple in Mahendragiri Hills during Shivaratri.

Accommodation

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Connectivity

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Location