Standing 34 feet tall, the Mukteshwar temple is one of the smallest and most compact temples in Bhubaneshwar. Mukteswar Temple Bhubaneswar is dedicated to Lord Shiva, who is considered as the most complex Lord amongst the Hindu Gods. The term 'Mukteswara' suggests "Lord who gives freedom through Yoga" and this fact is further empowered by the sculptural images embraced in the temple. Located in Bhubaneswar, Mukteshwar Temple is the best temple in the capital city of Orissa. Built in 950 A.D, Mukteswar temple is literally a dream realized in sandstone.
The jagmohana (porch), adorned with an eight petal lotus carved ceiling, have diamond shaped latticed windows showing enchanting scenes of frolicking monkeys. In front of jagmohana, there is an ornamental arched gateway (termed as Torana) decorated with attractive sculptures, intricate scrolls and charming female figures. Besides Mukteshwar temple Odisha , the temple premises comprise of six small shrines having shiva lingams; a large green sacred tank on the eastern side and a huge well (Marichi Kund) in the south west corner. It is believed that, taking a dip in this holy well will cures a person's infertility.
It is a perfect blend of ancient and modern designing and this is what makes it simply outstanding. This architecture is one of the basic reasons why Mukteswar temple Bhubaneswar is also known as the 'Gem of Orissa architecture'. It has undergone a dramatic makeover, but still retains its essence