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Sunday, May 28, 2023

Mukteshvara Temple, Bhubaneswar – Shiva Temple No VI

Mukteshvara Temple, Bhubaneswar – Shiva Temple No VI

This temple is situated within the Muktesvara Temple Complex. The temple was constructed in 10th century CE by Somavamsis. This temple is considered as the parivara shrine of Muktesvara. The temple is facing towards east. The temple consists of a rekha vimana and square on plan. The temple is pancharatha on plan and triangabada in elevation. The sanctum enshrines a Shiva Linga within a yonipitha. The exterior is devoid of any decoration except an udyotasimha in the frontal raha projection.

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