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Tourism Sector in Odisha

Tourism Sector in Odisha
  • Bhubaneswar is called the Cities of temples.
  • Lingraj Temples, Anant Basudev temple, Raja Rani temple, Mukteswar Temples are some famous temples of Bhubaneswar.
  • Puri is famous for the temple of Lord Jagganath and its beautiful sea beach.
  • Lingraj Temple – Approximately 108 temples are inside it and it was built by the Somvanshi ruler Lalitendu Kesari in 617-652 A.D. It is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas.
  • Muketswar Temple – Jewel of Oriyan architecture, situated on the Bhubaneswar – Puri road at the bank of Kedar Gouri.
  • Sun Temple – According to Puran, Sri Krishna’s son Shambva built this temple.
  • Parshurameswar Temple – It is the oldest temple of Odisha. Idols of Lord Vishnu, Yam and sevan Jagdambas are present.
  • Jagganath Temple – Built by Anantbarman Chodagang in 1135 A.D.
  • Baital Temple – A temple of Chamunda Devi, built in the Khakra style, a branch of Kalinga style.
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