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Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Main view showing Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style temple from Eastern Ganga Period
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Main view showing Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style temple from Eastern Ganga Period
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Main view showing Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style temple from Eastern Ganga Period
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
Lingaraj Temple Bhubaneswar - Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style design elements
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Lingaraj Temple Road, Old Town, Bhubaneswar (751002), Central Division, Odisha, India, Odisha
Built c. 1100 CE

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Cultural Heritage

The genesis of the Lingaraj Temple complex is deeply intertwined with the political and religious ambitions of the Somavamsi dynasty, particularly under King Yayati I (c. 10th-11th century CE), who is often credited with initiating the grand edifice. His vision was to consolidate various Shaiva sects and establish Bhubaneswar as a preeminent Shaiva kshetra, a spiritual capital for his burgeoning kingdom. This period marked a crucial phase in the regional integration of diverse religious practices, with the temple serving as a monumental symbol of royal authority and spiritual patronage. The subsequent reign of King Lalatendu Keshari saw the completion of the magnificent `vimana` and the integration of numerous subsidiary shrines, further solidifying the temple's architectural and religious dominance. Beyond its Somavamsi origins, the temple's historical trajectory reflects a fascinating syncretism, evolving to embrace the Harihara form—a potent amalgamation of Shiva and Vishnu. This deliberate theological integration, particularly emphasized during the later Eastern Ganga period, played a pivotal role in harmonizing the often-competing Shaiva and Vaishnava traditions within Odisha. The construction of the `Jagamohana` (assembly hall) and `Natamandira` (dance hall) in subsequent centuries not only expanded the temple's physical footprint but also introduced more elaborate ritualistic and performative aspects to its worship, reflecting changing socio-religious dynamics and the increasing sophistication of temple culture in the region.

Architectural Heritage

Built in the Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Rekha Deul architecture style, Temple architecture style style, showcasing traditional construction methods and artistic craftsmanship.

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