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Mukteswara temple
The Mukteswara temple of Bhubaneswar is regarded as on of the most delightful expressions of
Kalinga School of architecture. It is also called the Gem of Orissa
Architecture. Mukteswara temple is a captivating confluence of old and
new style of Kalinga School of architecture. Panchatantra fables from
the genies of ornate carvings of this temple. Magnificent arched
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which has excellent carftmanship
reflecting the combination of Hindu, Buddhist and join features.
Parsuraeswar temple stands just opposite the Mukteswara temple which is
devoted to Kartik, the son of Lord Shiva. Tales from Ramayana and
Mahabharata are portrayed in brilliantly in carvings on the walls of Parsurameswara temple. Siddeswara temple is situated in the vicinity of
Mukteswara temple. This temple has a magnificent image of lord Ganesh
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Raja-Rani
Temple
Its unconventional name is perhaps derived from the history of
its origins. It is believed that king Udayata keshari built this
temple to honor the wishes of his mother. Raja Rani temple has
fascinating image of men and women in frolicking modes. The
manner in which the women are displayed in playful postures like
leaning against the trees and creepers is absolutely
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The pillars of the temple are decorated superbly.
Although there are images of gods and goddesses but
there is no deity in the temple. Raja Rani temple is an elegant example of great finesse in temple art
and architecture. The
sensuous beauty of the architecture. The sensuous beauty of the
female from and the sweetness of
flowers and fruits are enhanced by the artist’s dexterous skill. Lack of a
temple deity and celebration of the female from are some of the
intriguing aspects of this temple. |
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Khanda Giri
The twin hills of Kumargiri known as Udayagiri and Khandagiri
enclose rock cut caves which were built for Jain monks around 1st
-2nd century B.C. the lithic records of Kharavela engraved in the
Hathigumpha (elephant cave) is a wonderful specimen of Pali records
found in India. The caves are 8 Kms away from Bhubaneswar. |
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Udaya Giri
The twin
hills of Kumargiri known as Udayagiri and Khandagiri
enclose rockcut caves which were built for Jain monks
around 1st -2nd century B.C. the
lithic records of Kharavela engraved in the Hathigumpha
(elephant cave) is a wonderful specimen of Pali records
found in India. The caves are 8 Kms away from
Bhubaneswar. |
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Dhauli
Just 8 Kms away from Bhubaneswar lies Dhauli- site of the famous Kalinga war
which made Asoka guilt ridden and as a result he converted to Buddhism.
Important Rock – Edicts have been discovered here which gives us an
insight into its Historical past. Dhauli is also famous for a Buddhist
peace Pagoda known as Santi Stupa which was built in the early seventies
by the Japan Buddha Sangha and Kalinga Nippon Buddha Sangha. There is an
old temple of Lord Dhavaleswar which stands on the hill-top. |
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Nandankanan
20 Kms
away from Bhubaneswar is located this Biological park where animals are
kept in their natural habitat. A lake divides the zoo from the Botanical
Garden. Brilliantly colored animals and birds are among the attractions.
To name a few, clouded leopards, Panthers, Gharials, and white tigers.
The Botanical garden on the other side is known for its collection of
plants both decorative and medicinal. It is connected to – an efficient
bus-Service. |
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