Top 5 Temples in Temple City: Bhubaneswar

Odisha Discovery 10th December 2025

Bhubaneswar: The City of Temples

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Lingaraj Temple – The Heart of Bhubaneswar

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Mukteshwar Temple – The Gem of Architecture

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Rajarani Temple – The Red & Gold Beauty

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Ananta Vasudeva Temple – Iconic Vaishnav Shrine

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Brahmeshwar Temple – The Lesser-Known Marvel

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More About Temples

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