Uttaresvara Siva Temple, Hindu temple in Old Town, Bhubaneswar, India
Uttaresvara Siva Temple sits on the northern side of Bindusagar tank and contains a circular yoni pitha within its inner sanctum. The structure shows different building styles from various periods of its long existence.
This temple was founded in the 7th century and received later additions to its structure. Major renovations took place during the 12th and 19th centuries.
The temple draws pilgrims during major festivals like Kartik Purnima and Shiva Ratri, when people gather to pray and celebrate together. Local communities use these occasions to maintain their spiritual traditions.
The temple is located near Kedara-Gouri Chowk and can be reached by rickshaws, auto-rickshaws, and local buses from central Bhubaneswar. Visitors should choose early hours to experience fewer crowds and a quieter atmosphere.
Within the temple grounds exists a water basin called Godavari Tank, which originated according to local legend. The legend tells that the god Shiva created water for the goddess Parvati by striking the earth with his trident.
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