- Parashurameswar Temple is considered to be one of the oldest temples in Bhubaneswar.
- Parashurameswar Temple and is constructed in 650 A. D.
- The temple is a specimen of the architectural styles of Oriyan temples.
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Tourist Attraction :
- The Parsurameswara (c. 650 AD) is the earliest temple still standing in Bhubaneswar.
- The mid-seventh century date agreed on by most scholars is based on style, as well as on the eight planets which appear over the door to the inner sanctum.
- The spectacular identity and uniqueness of the temple is the “One thousand Linga placed in the North West corner of the temple.
- The temple has verdant sculptures of animals, amorous couples and floral designs.
- And Parashurameswar Temple is believed to have one of the important Shiva temple and many number of devotes visit here regularly.
- This is a recommended tourist spot to those who have a love towards the ancient sculptures and architectural styles.
- The outer walis adorned with beautiful carvings of Lord Ganesh, Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati, Lord Muruga and other Hindu Gods. There are also many beautiful carvings depicting Puranic stories.
- Although the Parsurameswara temple was repaired in 1903, with some ensuing changes in the roof of the inner sanctum, the structure is substantially intact in its original form.
- This small temple shows the early stages of development of the two main Orissan temple components: the beehive-shaped tower (generally referred to as the deul ) and the porch in front of the tower (generally called the Jagamohan).