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Parasurameswar Temple
The Temple of Evolution
About
Widely regarded as the temple where the evolution of Odisha Temple Architecture started, this temple built during the 7th century AD during the reign of the Shailodbhava dynasty, it is one of the well preserved temples in the state.
Parasurameswar Temple happens to be the first temple to have the Jagamohana or the entrance hall attached with the sanctum sanctorum. The crude joints denotes of a craft with the newly acquired skill set. The presence of asta grahas (eight planets) on the lintel of the entrance door is a testament of its antiquity.
The Saptamatrika marks their presence for the first time in the temple architecture of the state. The Saptamatrika are essentially powers bestowed on Goddess Shakti by various gods. In a nutshell it signifies that every woman who becomes a mother inherits the powers of Shakti.
The presiding deity is Lord Shiva worshipped as Parasurameswar, in accordance to the penance of Sage Parashuram and the grace of Lord Shiva.
Festivals:
Parasumastami is the major festival observed in the temple. During the festival Chandrashekhara the representative of Lord Lingaraja visits the temple and a feast is organised. The festival usually falls in the month of July each year
See to Believe
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Trails/ Packages Covering Parasurameswar Temple
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Getting There
- Nearest Railway Station - Bhubaneswar
- Nearest Airport Bhubaneswar - Bhubaneswar
- The old town & Parasumreswar Temple can be accessed by city transport buses, auto rickshaws and cabs
Essentials Cheat Sheet
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Timings
- 6:30 am to 7:30 pm
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Entry fees
- Free
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Parking
- Available
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Banks and ATM
- Bhubaneswar has branches of all major banks & ATM’s.
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Hotels
- Bhubaneswar has hotels and lodges catering to all segments of tourists. Check out the list of Accredited hotels.
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Where to Shop
- Bhubaneswar offers a lot of options for people to collect souvenirs. The Boyanika at Market building, AG Square, Utkalika at the Market Building Ashok Nagar & Ekamra Haat at Madhusudan Marg are good options.
Nearby Destinations
Wish to make the best of your trip to Parasurameswar Temple ? Make sure your itinerary covers these below must-see destinations close to Parasurameswar Temple.Most of these are highly coveted on every tourists bucket list and can be reached from Parasurameswar Temple in a matter of hours. We have found 10 such places close to Parasurameswar Temple that will maximize your Experience-Odisha!
Stay
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Eco Retreat Konark
Ramachandi Beach,Konark
Accomodation Details
- Presidential Luxury Swiss Cottage Tents
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- Deluxe Swiss Cottage Tents
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Eco Retreat Satkosia
Baliput,Satkosia
Accomodation Details
- Deluxe Swiss Cottage Tents
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Eco Retreat Bhitarkanika
Nalitapatia,Bhitarkanika
Accomodation Details
- Maharaja Tent
- Maharaja AC Tent
- Premium Swiss Cottage
- Economy Swiss Cottage
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Eco Retreat Daringbadi
Daringbadi
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- Deluxe Swiss Cottage Tents
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Eco Retreat Hirakud
Hirakud
Accomodation Details
- Deluxe AC Swiss Cottage
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