Monday, March 27, 2023

Lokanath Temple, Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Lokanath Temple, Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Lokanath Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Bhubaneswar, the state capital of Odisha, India. The temple is situated on the eastern embankment of the Bindusagar Tank. The temple is situated on the right side of the Tala Bazar road leading from Kedara-Gouri lane to Lingaraja Temple.

History

The temple is believed to be built in 15th century CE by the Gajapati Empire. The temple was repaired by Odisha State Archaeology during the X and XI Finance Commission Award. The temple is under the control of Lingaraja Temple Trust Board.

The Temple

This temple is facing towards east and consists of pidha vimana. The vimana is square on plan. The temple is trianga bada in elevation. The sanctum enshrines the presiding deity, Lokanath in the form of Shiva Linga within a circular Yonipitha. Also, an image of Uma Mahesvara can be seen inside the sanctum.

Festivals

Shivarathri and Kartika Purnima are the festivals celebrated here with much fanfare.

Connectivity

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://hindutemples-india.blogspot.com/2023/03/lokanath-temple-bhubaneswar-connectivity.html

Location

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