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Phone Numbers- 70117104088, 9136362391
Introduction and History in Brief
Maitreswara Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Bhubaneswar, the state capital of Odisha, India. The temple is situated on the banks of Papanasini Pond. The Temple was built in 13th Century AD by the Gangas. The temple complex consists of two Temples.
The temple complex consists of one main temple dedicated to Maitreswara and another small temple dedicated to Labanyeswara. Devotees do not confuse with Maitreswara Temple located in Papanasini Temple Complex. This Temple is totally different from that Temple.
This is the main temple in the temple complex. It is made up of Sandstone. It is facing east. Presiding Deity is called as Maitreswara. He is housed in the sanctum in the form of Shiva Lingam. The vimana is of rekha deula type and the Jagmohana follows Pidha Deula style. Navagraha panel can be found at the entrance of the sanctum. Ganesha, Kartikeya and Durga are the niche idols around the walls of the shrine. All the idols are dilapidated. The Vimana is plain and is devoid of sculptures.
Temple Photos
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Presiding Deity
Lord Shiva♥️
Timing
Opens from morning 7:00am to 8pm in the evening!
Best time to visit: Try to visit the temple during winters as it can cause health difficulties during summers because of humidity.
Aarti Timing
Details awaited.
Basic Facilities
Drinking Water, CCTV Security, Prasad, Puja Samagri, Satsang Hall, Shoe Store, Wash Rooms.
Activities
Details awaited.
Festivals
The Jiuntia or Puajiutia festival which is also called Dwitvahana osha falling in Ashwin is very popular in this temple, others being Shivaratri and Kartik Purnima. All Mondays and Sankramana days are important in this temple. People who visit this temple during Bharani nakshatra are said to be free from all miseries.
Naag Panchami,Mahashivratri and Durga pooja are the main festivals which are always celebrated here..
Famous Temples Nearby
Langleshwea Temple
Jagannath Temple
Yameshwara Temple Etc.
Near by Shops & Markets
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👉 Famous for shopping in BhubaneswarShree Lingaraj Police Station.
Nearby Dharamshalas
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Hotels near Temple
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Restaurants near Temple
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Nearby Hospitals
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Concerned Police Stations
Shree Lingaraj Police Station.
6RPM+83C, Lingaraj Nagar, Old Town, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 751002
0674 234 0475
Managment Commity
Details awaited.
Miscellaneous information
Details to be taken.
Legal information
The temple is situated on legal site taking by Govt,(ASI) & Mandir Community, there is no legal obligation on Temple Property or Temple Schedule, Criteria,Rules etc..
Facilities to hold Functions
Details to be taken
Library
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Akhadas
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Mehants, Pujaris, Archakas and Sewayats
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Further Details:
Details to be updated.
Gau Sewa, Birds and otheranimals Sewa
Initiattives like Pashu Sewa, Pakshi Sewa, Langar Sewa, Vedic Pathshalas etc Plannings in process.
Langar Sewa
Details awaited.
Gurukul/Vedic Pathshalas
Details awaited.
Mitra Mandal Link for Advice/Guidance*
This is a group of devotees of Govardhan Mandir who regularly go for darshans and Govardhan Parikrama.
Google Forms will be available shortly to become member of this group.
Modes of Travel
Bhubaneswar, the capital city of the Indian state of Odisha, is a centre of economic and religious importance in Eastern India. With Konark and Puri, the city forms the Swarna Tribhuja (Golden Triangle), one of eastern India’s most visited travel destinations. Some of the most famous tourist attractions of the city include Lingaraja Temple, Udayagiri Caves, Raja Rani Temple, Ashokan Rock Edict, Biju Patnaik Park and Vaital Deul Temple. When it comes to connectivity, Bhubaneswar is well-connected to all other major Indian cities by air, road and rail
By Air
Located around 6 km away from the city-centre, the Bhubaneswar Airport or Biju Patnaik International Airport connects the city with rest of the country by air. There are daily flights for Bhubaneswar from cities like New Delhi, Chennai, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Bangalore and Visakhapatnam. From the airport, taxi/bus services are available to reach any part of the city.
By Road
Baramunda bus stand, located around 5 km away from the city centre connects Bhubaneswar to all other major India cities by road. Regular bus services are available for the cities like Konark, Puri, Hyderabad, Raipur, Ranchi and Kolkata.
By Train
Bhubaneswar Railway Station is the main railhead connecting the city with several Indian cities. There are regular superfast trains available from Kolkata, Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bangalore etc. From the station, you can take private cabs or taxis to reach anywhere in the city.
Bhubaneswar is the city which is well connected through air. Biju Patnaik Airport is the main domestic airport and located about 3km far from the city. Travelers can get various flights to various places such as Ahmedabad, New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad and Kolkata to Bhubaneswar flightsand many more which will ease the trouble of how to reach Bhubaneswar thought. Now, this airport is going to be international and connects to other countries as well.
👉Nearest Airport : Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar Railway Station is the main railway of the city and situated in the center of city. Superfast trains and passengers trains are easily available from this station. You can get trains to Guwahati, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Ahmedabad and many more. Travelers can also get more railway station in the city which is also easy to reach with the availability of various public transports.
To reach in and around the city, you can get various modes such as buses, taxi and auto rickshaw. Bhubaneswar BusStation is 8 km from the city and you can get buses which are operated by Orissa State Road Transport Corporation (OSRTC). Private buses are also easily available from there.
Visitors’ views about the Temple
- A.K CREATION
Wonder architecture… But govt should more care to this wonderland.
- Jagannath Prasad Barik
Having a rich cultural heritage..
Address for Visiting and Donation Purpose
Maitreswara Temple
Near Badhei Banka Chhaka, Lingaraj Nagar, Old Town, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 751002
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