1) Lingraj Temple
The Lingaraj Temple is an ancient temple situated in the city of Bhubaneswar and is the largest one situated in the city. Dedicated to Lord Shiva as the name suggests, the temple was built in the 7th century by the King Jajati Keshari. It is highly revered because of the fact that the Linga here, which is the phallic form of Lord Shiva, is believed to have appeared naturally. It rises to a massive height of 8 inches above the floor level and is about 8 feet in diameter as well. Lingaraj Temple is located in the old part of Bhubaneswar Town and can be easily reached using local transport.
2) Brahmeshwar Temple
Situated to the east of the Lingraj temple, the Brahmeshwar temple was built by the reigning king's mother in honor of the deity Brahmeshwar (a form of Lord Shiva). It's approximately 60 feet tall. Iron beams were used in the temple's construction for the first time. In addition, another first in temple iconography were the musicians and dancers that appear prolifically on the temple walls.
3) Rajarani Temple
The Rajarani temple is unique in that there is no deity associated with it. There's a story that the temple was a pleasure resort of an Odia king and queen (raja and rani). However, more realistically, the temple got its name from the variety of sandstone used to make it.
4) Yogini Temple
While the 64 Yogini Temple is located in Hirapur, about 15 kilometers east of Bhubaneshwar, it's well worth making the effort to visit it. Notably, the temple is one of only four yogini temples in India dedicated to the esoteric cult of tantra. It's shrouded in mystery and many locals are fearful of it -- and it's not difficult to imagine why.
5) Ram Mandir
This gorgeous temple complex looks incredible in with its imperious décor and embodiments of Lord Rama, Lord Lakshman and Goddess Sita. There is a prominent colossal shrine in the middle, which is surrounded by various shrines inside the complex. The ochre-painted aesthetics of the temple enhance the visual appeal of this temple to an otherworldly level. You may also witness the majestic marble idols of prominent Hindu gods like Lord Hanuman, Lord Shiva and others. The place offers incredible ambience during auspicious occasions like Ram Navami, Shivaratri, Janmashtami and Dussehra. Thus, it is regarded as one of the most popular temples in Bhubaneswar.
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