Bhaskareswara Temple - Hindu temple in Bhubaneswar - Khordha, India

The temple was built by Gangas during 13th - 14th century CE. This temple is quite different from the other temples of Bhubaneswar in terms of its architecture. Built in the traditional architectural style of the temples of Orissa, Bhaskareswara temple is a double storied temple. The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Shiva worshiped as Bhaskareswara. The unique feature of the west facing temple is the 9 feet tall Shivalingam located in the sanctum sanctorum. It can be seen from both the floors. The lingam has been described in the local sacred texts as Vrihalingam. The local people believe that the idol is growing day by day. Entry free of cost, Very well maintained,you can spent time maximum 2hours with friends or family, playground is here you can sit or play. here I uploaded some pictures and videos for your convenience.Har Har Mahadev

Bhaskareswar temple in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, which is a famous shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is located a few kilometers west of the Megheswar, another popular shrine in Orissa. The Bhaskareswar temple houses a huge Siva lingam, which is about nine feet tall and has a circumference of 12.5 feet. Built in the traditional architectural style of the temples of Orissa, Bhaskareswar temple is situated amidst lush greenery, which gives the devotees a serene ambience.

It's a centuries old temple vuilt around the 13th-14th century... the temple, I think, 3rd Gen temple architect... beautifully standing at a center point... dedicated to Lord Shiva, the 'SHIVLING' is growing according to the priest... and a polite person told me the story, too... I loved to hear...

Bhaskareswara temple is an old shiva temple built by the Ganga Dynasty around 12th BCE. This is most biggest shiva linga of Bhubaneswar and of odisha. The temple is the standing tower of the majestic art and architecture of our ancestors. There's quite big well maintained garden with lush green grass where you can enjoy sitting the beauty of this magnificent temple. A very big round where many people can have both morning and evening walks. The place is absolutely clean and enjoyable. A must visit place with family and friends.

Best place to spend time, peaceful environment. There's a big park. You can walk run, dance and enjoy whatever you feel Like doing.

Located in the east of Bhubaneswar old city, Bhaskareswar Temple (alternatively called Bhaskaresvara or Bhaskareswara Temple) is one of the more unusual monuments you will come across in the city, with an intriguing story to tell. Built during the Ganga dynasty in the 12th century A.D, the temple is set within an open space of parkland.

More than 900 years old Temple. The presiding deity inside the temple is a huge 3m high Shiva Linga measuring 4m in circumference, a slightly unusual measurement for such an idol.

This temple has one of the tallest "Shiv linga" (Abstract representation of lord shiva) This place seems having more oxygen inside a crowded city (due to the large and beautiful garden) It's very good for morning walk. Advanced level of yoga classes are being conducted here in morning by professional yoga guru.