The Odisha government has decided to give a facelift to the 11th century Lingaraj Temple, similar to its pre-350-year structural status.
This is a part of the Lingaraj Temple Heritage Development Project under Ekamra plan.
Through Ekmara plan, it is expected that heritage redevelopment will enhance the attraction of Bhubaneswar as a tourist site and claim for a UNESCO heritage site will be stronger.
Important value additions
Lingaraj Temple
It was built in 11th century AD.
Dedicated to: Lord Shiva.
The largest temple of the city Bhubaneswar.
It is believed to have been built by the Somvanshi King Yayati I.
It is built in red stone.
It is a classic example of Kalinga style of architecture.
The temple is divided into four sections:
Garbha Griha (sanctum sanctorum)
Yajna Shala (the hall for prayers)
Bhoga Mandap (the hall of offering)
Natya Shala (hall of dance).
It signifies the convergence of Shaivism and Vaishnavism sects in Odisha.
The presiding deity of the Temple: Hari-Hara.
The other attraction of the temple: Bindusagar Lake.
