Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar, an ancient city of the 3^rdcentury, is the capital of Orissa. There are about 500 temples built between 16^th centuries and Bhubaneswar. Most of them are Shiva temples. The Lingaraja themple built in 1114 AD stands as an outstanding example of Orissa temple architecture. The multiple tower rises up to a height of 132 ft. Several small temples are shrines ornamented with sculptures can be seen scattered in the premises and surrounded by huge walls. The presiding deity in the sanctum is Shivlinga. Some other attractive temples are Muktheswara, Kedareswara, Rajrani and Parasurameswara. Bhubaneswar was the provincial capital of many Hindu dynasties. Today, it is a planned township which consists of Government buildings, Universities and an airport.