Bhubaneswar is the capital of the state of Odisha. The city is the largest city in the state of Odisha. Bhubaneswar is an ancient city full of beautiful historic historical temples. The temple in this city attracts pilgrims and tourists from all over the country. The city has historical and religious significance. There are many religious temples in this city. This city is also called the city of temples. The city, with its diverse range of heritage resources, showcases important sacred cultural landscape elements developed with the available base of natural resources and the support of cultural triggers.
The modern city of Bhubaneswar was formally established in 1948. The city is a confluence of Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain heritage and includes several Kalingan temples. Bhubaneswar and Cuttack are known as the ‘twin cities of Odisha‘.In this city in the 7th century, the Somavamshi or Keshari dynasty established their kingdom in the region and built numerous temples.
Visiting place in Bhubaneshwar
Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves
Udayagiri and Khandagiri caves are natural and partially artificial caves. There are 18 caves in Udayagiri and 15 caves in Khandagiri. The caves of Udayagiri and Khandagiri were mostly dug during the reign of Kharavela for the home of Jain ascetics. There is a Ranigunfa in Udayagiri which is considered to be a place of importance and it is a double storied monastery. The Udayagiri and Khandagiri caves have been included in the list of “Must Seat” of Indian Heritage by the Archaeological Survey of India. The cave is surrounded by a large number of ancient temples with intricate carvings that have their own significance.
Lingaraj Temple
Lingaraj Temple is the largest and oldest temple in Bhubaneswar city. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple was built by King Jajati Keshari in the 7th century. The form of Lord Shiva in this temple is considered to be mythical. It is believed that Lord Shiva appeared here naturally. Odisha’s architectural style is seen in the construction of this temple.
Nandankanan Zoological Park
Nandankanan Zoological Park was established in 1960. The park was opened to the public in 1979. The zoo was the first museum in India to join the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums. It also has a botanical garden and a part of it has been declared a sanctuary. The Melanistic and White Tigers are successfully bred here, making it the world’s first zoo.
Odisha State Museum
The Odisha State Museum was established in 1932. The museum is divided into 11 parts. These include archeology, pneumatics, armory, art and craft, mining and geology, belt painting, natural history, contemporary art, epigraphy, anthropology, and palm-leaf manuscripts. The collection includes traditional tribal costumes, jewelry, accessories, weapons and gears, farm implements, etc.
Bindusagar Lake
Bindu Sarovar is a water tank. This tank is considered sacred by Hindus. The waters of Bindu Sagar are believed to contain drops of all the sacred rivers and lakes of India. The tank is enclosed inside a masonry ledge made of dated laterite blocks. All the rituals of Lord Lingarajaa are closely associated with this lake.
