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The flag at the top of the Jagannath Temple flows opposite the ______
The flag at the top of the Jagannath Temple flows opposite the ______
wind
The 20 feet colossal chakra installed at the top of the Lingaraj Temple 2000 years ago is visible from all the nooks and corners of the ______
The 20 feet colossal chakra installed at the top of the Lingaraj Temple 2000 years ago is visible from all the nooks and corners of the ______
city
No sound of sea can be heard from the ______
No sound of sea can be heard from the ______
temple
During Nabakalebara, new wooden idols of deities replace the old ones. The ritual is performed once every 8, 12, or 19 years at the ______
During Nabakalebara, new wooden idols of deities replace the old ones. The ritual is performed once every 8, 12, or 19 years at the ______
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The Gundicha temple is significant for being the destination of the celebrated annual Rath Yatra of ______
The Gundicha temple is significant for being the destination of the celebrated annual Rath Yatra of ______
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The Mukteswara Temple in Bhubaneswar, India is known as the 'Gem of Odisha architecture' or 'Kalinga Architecture'. Lord ______
The Mukteswara Temple in Bhubaneswar, India is known as the 'Gem of Odisha architecture' or 'Kalinga Architecture'. Lord ______
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The oldest temple of Odisha is dedicated to Lord ______.
The oldest temple of Odisha is dedicated to Lord ______.
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The Love Temple is known for containing erotic ______ of men and women.
The Love Temple is known for containing erotic ______ of men and women.
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Rajarani temple does not contain sculptures or idols of ______.
Rajarani temple does not contain sculptures or idols of ______.
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Ram Mandir is said to be the most visited place in ______.
Ram Mandir is said to be the most visited place in ______.
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Images and idols of Lord Rama, Lakshman, and Goddess Sita have been installed in ______.
Images and idols of Lord Rama, Lakshman, and Goddess Sita have been installed in ______.
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Cuttack Chandi Temple is located on the serene banks of ______.
Cuttack Chandi Temple is located on the serene banks of ______.
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The Chausath Yogini Temple is dedicated to sixty-four ______.
The Chausath Yogini Temple is dedicated to sixty-four ______.
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The Maa Bamleshwari Devi Temple is located on top of Bambleshwari hill in ______, India.
The Maa Bamleshwari Devi Temple is located on top of Bambleshwari hill in ______, India.
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The Mahamaya temple was once the deity of the ______.
The Mahamaya temple was once the deity of the ______.
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Study Notes
Jagannath Temple
- The flag at the top of the Jagannath Temple flows opposite the direction of the wind.
Lingaraj Temple
- A 20 feet colossal chakra was installed at the top of the Lingaraj Temple 2000 years ago, visible from all parts of the city.
Location of Temples
- No sound of the sea can be heard from Bhubaneswar.
Nabakalebara Ritual
- During Nabakalebara, new wooden idols of deities replace the old ones, performed once every 8, 12, or 19 years at the Jagannath Temple.
Gundicha Temple
- The Gundicha temple is significant for being the destination of the celebrated annual Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath.
Mukteswara Temple
- The Mukteswara Temple in Bhubaneswar, India is known as the 'Gem of Odisha architecture' or 'Kalinga Architecture', dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Oldest Temple
- The oldest temple of Odisha is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Love Temple
- The Love Temple is known for containing erotic sculptures of men and women.
Rajarani Temple
- Rajarani temple does not contain sculptures or idols of Lord Shiva.
Ram Mandir
- Ram Mandir is said to be the most visited place in Bhubaneswar.
- Images and idols of Lord Rama, Lakshman, and Goddess Sita have been installed in Ram Mandir.
Cuttack Chandi Temple
- The Cuttack Chandi Temple is located on the serene banks of the Mahanadi River.
Chausath Yogini Temple
- The Chausath Yogini Temple is dedicated to sixty-four yoginis.
Maa Bamleshwari Devi Temple
- The Maa Bamleshwari Devi Temple is located on top of Bambleshwari hill in Dongargarh, India.
Mahamaya Temple
- The Mahamaya temple was once the deity of the kingdom of Dakshina Koshala.
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Test your knowledge about the famous Jagannath Temple in Odisha. Learn about its unique features, rituals, and significance in Hindu culture.
