Rameswara Temple — Attraction in Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation

Believed to have been built at the start of the Somavamsi dynasty in the early 9th century A.D, Rameshwar Temple (also known as Rameshwar Deula) was the first site I visited in what turned out to be a somewhat epic tour around the temples and archaeological sites of both Bubaneswar city and the surrounding countryside. Built of sandstone and facing east, architectually the temple is considered at the transitional phase of the Kalinga school of architecture, and is within the rekha deula category of Kalinga temples. The temple itself consists of a single hall with a tiered Shikhara in the typical Orissan “beehive” shape that I was going to see a lot of over the subsequent days. The hall contains the main deity, a Shiva Lingam, made of black chlorite. As I was to discover over the next few days, almost all the old temples in Bhubaneswar are dedicated to Lord Shiva. Within the sanctum sanctorum there is an image of the Goddess Durga, but during my visit the temple was quite busy with devotees, so I decided not to enter and intrude on proceedings. The temple is decorated with some, but not many, intricate sculptures on the 16 pillars and recesses present outside the temple. The carvings include a few Vyalas, but also notably some amorous couples that almost all literature regarding this temple seem to have omitted. Panels in the sanctuary walls depict Durga (north), Kartikeya (west), and Ganasha (south). Over the temple doorway are planetary divinities, which was also going to be a very common theme with the temples of...

The Rameshwar temple is very old temple in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India. It is believed that the temple was built at the initial phase of the Somavamsi dynasty i.e. early part of the 9th Century AD. The temple is also known as the Mausi Maa temple of Lingaraj Temple(maternal aunt of Lord Lingaraj). It is located from 2 km distance from Lingaraj shrine. The temple houses a Shiva Linga consecrated within a circular ‘yonipitha’ made of chlorite. There is also an image of the Durga that is worshipped within the sanctum. It is said that when Lord Ram was returning from Lanka after victory over Ravana, goddess Sita asked to worship Shiva at the site of the temple. To fulfill the wishes of his wife, Lord Ram built the lingam, and hence the name Rameswara has been attached to the this temple. The main festival celebrated in the Rameshwar Temple is Rukuna Rath Jatra(also called Ashokastami) during the month March/April (8th day on the month of Chaitra). Timings: 6:30AM to 7:30PM

In front of the temple, on the opposite side of the road are three temples dedicated to the three brothers of Lord Ram, Laxman, Bharat and Shatrughna. These three temples are the oldest temples built in Bhubaneswar in...

Visited the Rameswar Temple in Bhubaneswar, and it was a truly enriching experience. This ancient temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is a stunning example of Odisha's rich cultural and architectural heritage.

Architecture and Ambiance:

The temple's exterior is adorned with intricate carvings and sculptures, depicting various mythological scenes and deities. The intricate stonework and ornate designs are a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of the ancient Odia architects.

Inside the temple, the atmosphere is serene and peaceful. The sanctum sanctorum houses a beautiful Shiva Linga, and the air is filled with the sweet scent of incense and flowers.

History and Significance:

Rameswar Temple has a rich history dating back to the 9th century. It is believed to have been built during the Somavamshi dynasty and has undergone several renovations and restorations over the centuries.

The temple is significant not only for its historical importance but also for its spiritual significance. It is one of the many ancient Shiva temples in Bhubaneswar, and devotees flock here to offer prayers and...