Lingaraj Temple is the most visit temple in Bhubaneswar. It is Built in 10th century by the Somavamsi Kings and it is the largest temple in the Kalinga school of architecture. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
The temple faces east and is built of sandstone and laterite. Laid out on the Deula style with four divisions to the temple. The temple is well known for its ornamental carvings and exceptional craftsmanship. The central tower of the temple is 55 m tall.
The Hall of offering has a pyramidal roof made of up several horizontal layers. At the top is inverted bell and a kalasa.
While the temple in its present form is more than 1100 years old, there is evidence that part of the temple was built during the sixth century CE as the temple has been emphasized in some of the seventh century Sanskrit texts. The Assembly hall, sanctum and temple tower wer built during the 11th century.
The temple faces east and is built of sandstone and laterite. Laid out on the Deula style with four divisions to the temple. The temple is well known for its ornamental carvings and exceptional craftsmanship. The central tower of the temple is 55 m tall.
The Hall of offering has a pyramidal roof made of up several horizontal layers. At the top is inverted bell and a kalasa.
While the temple in its present form is more than 1100 years old, there is evidence that part of the temple was built during the sixth century CE as the temple has been emphasized in some of the seventh century Sanskrit texts. The Assembly hall, sanctum and temple tower wer built during the 11th century.
Lovely! Loved the intricate carvings.
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Absolutely marvelous and great works on the temple tower! Impressive photos and for me the image of this temple would come first if I hear the word Bhubaneswar.
ReplyDeleteI love visiting this temple during my engineering days,its one of the oldest temple in India.
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Incredible intricate carvings. Your photography shows it off well.
ReplyDeleteWow!What a great temple,Rajesh!It´s very interesting for me from Europe to see such buildings!I hope someday in future I can see it with my own eyes!
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I never cease to be amaze at all of the many incredible temples in your country, Rajesh!! And your captures are superb as always! Hope you and your family have a lovely weekend!
ReplyDeleteNice shots! Interesting to study details!
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I am always amazed by these old temples.
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beautiful temple.
ReplyDeleteFantastic shots. Such intricate work.
ReplyDeleteJawdropping craftsmanship as always.
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful these pictures! A beautiful place, I like how you've captured! Greetings!
ReplyDeleteThat's stunning!
ReplyDeleteI think that is an amazing feat of architecture for the time period.
ReplyDeleteThis is somewhat different than other temples you've shown, but very interesting and attractive. Looks like some renovations are going on.
ReplyDeleteI like the oportunity to se all the details in the last shot.
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There are so many beautiful buildings and things in your country. Wish I could go there one day
ReplyDeleteFantastic buildings!!! Great photos!
ReplyDeleteThe pyramidal tower is an extraordinary piece of craftsmanship! Once again, the attention to fine detail amazes me!
ReplyDeleteWow!Very delicate carvings.
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Thank for sharing India's treasures.
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In all my 84 years never saw temples like these. Awesome structures.
ReplyDeleteI love all the interesting details and carvings beautiful
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I am amazed at the ornamental carvings.
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ReplyDeleteSome of the palaces are now government property, museum, heritage hotels. Some are still in the control of royal family and they stay in them.
Thank you all for appreciating this beautiful temple.
Magnificent temple.
ReplyDeletevery nice pictures
ReplyDeleteSuch intricate details...great workmanship...Incredible!
ReplyDeleteIncredible carving, Incredible pictures, precisely explained.
ReplyDeleteA very good post.
awesum capture of culture & tradition
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