Vaital Deula
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An 8th-century tantric temple dedicated to the eight-armed goddess Chamunda. Its rectangular chariot-roof shape is unique in Bhubaneswar.
The Vaital Deula, also known as Baitala Deula, was built in the 8th century. Its roof is semi-cylindrical in the khakhara style, similar to the gateway towers of South India, and rare among local temples. The sanctum houses the eight-armed goddess Chamunda, with tantric associations. The outer walls are finely carved with Shiva, Durga and pairs of lovers. It stands on the west side of Bindusagar Lake, and the Lingaraja Temple is within walking distance. The interior is dim, so bring a flashlight.
Opening hours
Approx. 06:00–19:00
Nearby sights
- Bindusagar Lake & Ananta Vasudeva Temple
- Lingaraj Temple
- Parashurameshvara Temple
- Mukteshvara Temple
- Rajarani Temple
- Odisha State Museum
- Brahmeswara Temple
- Odisha Crafts Museum (Kala Bhoomi)