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Parasuramesvara Temple

Old Town, Bhubaneswar

About this place

The Parasuramesvara Temple (7th century CE) is the best-preserved early Kalinga-style temple in Bhubaneswar and one of the oldest in Odisha. An ASI-protected monument facing east, it features intricate carvings of Lakulisa, amorous couples, and a Nataraja panel that influenced later temple architecture across the region.

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Getting there

Nearest railway

Bhubaneswar RS (4 km)

Nearest airport

Biju Patnaik Intl Airport (5 km)

By road

Excellent — Museum Road, Old Town; walking distance from Lingaraj Temple and Mukteswara

Plan your visit

6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

0.5–1 hours needed

Free entry

Kid friendly Photo spot 9/10

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