Mukteshvara Temple, Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Mukteshvara Temple, Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Mukteshvara Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Bhubaneswar, the state capital of Odisha, India. This temple is considered as the gem of Kalingan architecture. It is one of the oldest temples in Bhubaneswar and the most prominent tourist attractions of the city.

History

The temple was built in 950 CE by the King Yayati I Mahasivagupta (922 – 955 CE) of Somavamshi Dynasty. This temple is believed to be built after the Parashurameshvara Temple and built before the Brahmeswara Temple. This temple is protected as monuments of national importance by the central Archaeological Survey of India. This temple is also under the control of Lord Lingaraj Temple Management Trust.

The Temple Complex

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Festivals

Shivarathri, Kartika Purnima, Sankranti, Sitalasasti, Durga Puja and Jalasaya are the festivals celebrated here. The Odisha tourism department organizes a three-day yearly dance festival called Mukteswara dance festival in the temple premises. This festival celebrates the features of Odissi, the classical dance form of Odisha and Odissi music, the classical music of the same tradition.

Connectivity

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Location