Malikesvara Temple, Adhanga Malikeswarpur, Odisha

Malikesvara Temple, Adhanga Malikeswarpur, Odisha

Malikesvara Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Adhanga Malikeswarpur Village in Kendrapara Sadar Block in Kendrapara District in Odisha, India. The temple is currently under the control of Endowment Department, Government of Odisha.

History

The temple was originally constructed in 9^th century CE by the Somavamsis. The temple might have been completely reconstructed in the 19^th century CE.

The Temple

This temple is facing towards east and stands over a low raised platform. The temple is triratha on plan and panchangabada in elevation. The temple consists of rekha vimana, antrala and pidha jagamohana. The vimana and jagamohana are square on plan. The dedicatory block of the sanctum doorway has the image of Gajalakshmi.

The sanctum enshrines the presiding deity, Malikesvara in the form of Shiva Linga within circular yonipitha. The exterior is devoid of any decorations. Idols of Avalokiteshvara, Balarama, Astikajaratkaru, Varaha, four armed Kartikeya, four armed Parvati, eight armed Mahisasuramardini, Batuka Bhairava and Naga Stambha can be found in the temple premises.

Festivals

Shivarathri, Rahasa Yatra and Pana Sankranti are the festivals celebrated here.

Connectivity

The temple is located at about 4 Kms from Chandol, 7 Kms from Derabishi, 20 Kms from Kendrapara, 46 Kms from Cuttack Junction Railway Station, 49 Kms from Cuttack, 52 Kms from Paradeep, 72 Kms from Bhubaneswar and 76 Kms from Bhubaneswar Airport. The temple is situated at about 4 Kms north of Chandol, and on the right side of the Chandol – Derabishi road.

Location