Mukteshvara Temple
ମୁକ୍ତେଶ୍ୱର ମନ୍ଦିର
A small 10th-century temple praised as the “jewel of Kalinga architecture” for its exquisite arched gateway, or torana.
Mukteshvara Temple was built around 950 CE. It stands only about 10 meters tall, yet its proportions and carvings are exceptionally refined, marking the transition of Kalinga architecture from its early to mature phase. The semicircular arched gateway in front of the entrance is rare in Indian temples. Its lintels and walls are carved with ascetics, goddesses, monkeys, and lotus motifs. All visitors may enter for free. It is a few minutes' walk from the neighboring Siddheswara Temple and Parasurameswara Temple.
Opening hours
Approx. 06:00–20:00
Nearby sights
- Parashurameshvara Temple
- Rajarani Temple
- Bindusagar Lake & Ananta Vasudeva Temple
- Lingaraj Temple
- Vaital Deula
- Brahmeswara Temple
- Odisha State Museum
- Odisha Crafts Museum (Kala Bhoomi)