Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Jajpur

Jajpur - City of Temples
Architecture in Jajpur found its supreme expression in temples. Some of which are among the finest of the state.





As Jajpur was once the capital of the Kalinga kingdom, it is now an area of archeological wealth, including the famous Saktipitha of the Goddess Biraja.


Biraja Kshetra


Chandikhol


Atharanala Polo



Mahabinayak Temple




Udayagiri




Trilochaneswar Temple
This temple of lord Shiva is located at Jaunlibandha.


Langudi Hill
Langudi hill is one of the Budhist monuments of Jajpur. The hill is located on the bank of river Kelua.
One of the famous temples of Jajpur District, Jaganath temple is located on the Bank of river Baitarani.





Gokarneswar Temple
Famous Gokarneswar temple is located 1km. away from Jaraka. The temple has mythological importance since the days of Mahabharat. Pandavas came to the bank of river Brahmani for paying homage to their forefathers.



Dasawamedha Ghat
Dasaswamedha Ghat is situated on the bank of river Baitarani. This famous holy spot was built during the rule of Jajati Kesari.Baruni Snana is a significant occasion when many pilgrims.



Chhatia is famous for Lord Jagannath Temple



Ratnagiri












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