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Odisha is popular for its ancient and esoteric temples. You can visit these temples for their spiritual significance and architecture. People from all over the world visit Odisha to explore the architecture and sculptures on the walls of the temple. The striking architecture and artistic work on the walls of these temples is worth a glimpse. You can view the history, culture, religious and artistic works on the walls of these temples.
Jagannath Temple Odisha
Jagannath Temple is one of the most sacred pilgrimage destinations in Odisha. It is the temple of Lord Vishnu and holds great significance. It has very high spiritual significance and sees visits of thousands of employees every year. Want to know a mysterious fact about this temple? Well, it is said that the flag on the top of this temple flows in the opposite direction of the wind.
Sun Temple – 13th Century Architecture
It was built in the 13th century and is known for its marvelous architecture. It is dedicated to Lord Sun or Surya. This temple has a unique architecture compared to other temples and are built in the shape of Lord Surya’s chariot. Europeans called it the ‘Black Pagoda.’ It is built in the Kalinga architectural style. There are erotic sculptures on the walls of this temple.
Lingaraja Temple – The Largest In Odisha
Lingaraja Temple is not only the largest temple in Bhubaneshwar but also in the whole state. It is said that the construction of this temple can be dated back to the 8th century and it is built in the shape of a sanctuary tower. It has a Dravidian Gopuram similar to what you find in most of the South India temples. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. There are many carved figures on the interior and exterior walls of the temple.
