Rajarani Temple

Rajarani Temple

The Rajarani temple is one of the most beautiful temples representing a unique experiment in the field of architecture in Odisha. The temple is referred to the traditional Sanskrit texts as Indresvara Siva temple is remarkable for its sculptural excellence, profusion of ornaments, exuberant architectural features and multiple scroll work. At present, the sanctum is devoid of any deity. The present name Rajarani has been derived from a very fine grained yellowish sand stone called Rajarania in common parlance with which the entire edifice has been built.

The Rajarani temple Bhubaneswar is the epitome of elegance and grace. The sculptural images adorning its façade through the temple and interiors are simply outstanding. The females are portrayed in different postures which are like holding the child in their arms, holding mirror in their hand, etc. There is no other temple of this kind in the entire state of Orissa and is very unique. Rajarani temple in Bhubaneswar has also been ornamented with marvellous and magnificent artistic sculptural carvings and stands enclosed within a beautiful garden.

To reach this temple you can hire cab from anywhere in Bhubaneswar. Bhubaneswar has its own airport and the railway station, so you can easily reach to this temple by road, by rail and by airways.