Loknath Temple at Puri is on the western side of Jaganath Temple and just 1 km separating them. We visited this temple in the evening on our way back from Chilka lake to Puri. It is built between 10th and 11th century A.D. It is simple and does not have any sculptural work on it.
The sanctum is underneath the earth and it can be reached by climbing down the steps. Here Shiva lingam is immersed under stream of flowing water. As per the belief Shiva Lingam here is installed by Lord Ram.
Just outside the temple is a big water pond used by the temple.
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Nice post.
Beautiful photo of the temple.
Greetings, RW & SK
Lovely temple and water pond.
Yes, it doesn't have sculptural work. But decorated with colors...nice
You are a good photographer, showing us the most beautiful parts of your country. This way we get acqainted with countries we cannot visit ourselves.
Wil, ABCW Team
Lovely pics.
Sheet of water is always beautiful..
I find it interesting that at all these temples there are many visitors...is there a religious obligation to spend time in a temple?
Looks so lovely!
Great captures, Rajesh, as always and always an interest post! Thanks for sharing! Have a great weekend!
Superb photos for SWF,Rajesh!Have a nice weekend!
I love your header with all the different photos of India--you live in an amazing country. Mickie :)
Great photos, Nice for SWF!
Simplicity is beauty.
has anyone conducted a survey on the number of temples in india today? amazing you can never finsih visiting all the temples in one year.
Beautiful temple and water pond!!
Some nice pictures! Excellent!
There's something to be said for simplicity in design. Love that it is underground, and under flowing water. Thanks for sharing!
Sometimes less can be more. It is beautiful in its own simple way.
I just love coming on your blog to dicover a new location with great reflections... Thanks !
Yet another wonderful temple.
This is a very different -- but beautiful -- temple.
that is a really big pond :)
Love the tiered roof style and colouring in the first photo. Delightful photos.
Interesting temple.
Very nice shot, and the pond looks so serene.I haven't heard about this temple...must plan a trip to this place.
Thanks for sharing, Rajesh.
Nice one!
Lovely captures.
A simple temple splashed with red suits me just fine!
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Never knew of this, will visit for sure
A peaceful place I never knew, nice captures.
recall my memory of Laxman temple at Hemkund sahib in uttrakhand . pond makes a good view near temple
What a beautiful temple and a clear lovely pond! :)
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