Romance Etched in Stone - A Heritage walk among Temples of Bhubaneswar

5.0 (2 reviews) Bhubaneswar, India
Duration3h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesHindi, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

It is a heritage walk combines mythology, history and cultural stories to weave a narrative around the temples of Bhubaneswar and how romance has been depicted through the sculptures in various places. Unlike other walks which focus on just the archaeology or architecture and give surface level information, our trails take a more story led approach.

The research behind the stories are done by archaeologists and anthropologists and the stories have been carefully curated.

What's included

  • Light snacks at a local food shop will be provided as a part of the trip.
  • Please carry or buy your own water

What to expect

  1. Mukteswara Temple
    30m
    Mukteswara Temple is one of the finest specimens of Odia Temple Architecture and it was built when temple architecture was at its zenith.
  2. 30m
    This is one of the earliest temples built in Bhubaneswar that is still standing. It was built in the 7th century AD.
  3. Kedargauri Temple
    15m
    It is a living temple with the Gouri temple being a Khakhara temple.
  4. Ananta Vasudeva Temple
    15m
    Ananta Vasudeva Temple is the only Vaishnavite temple in the region.
  5. Lingaraja Temple
    45m
    The most famous temple and the tallest temple in the city. It is the second tallest standing example of Kalingan Architecture after the Jagannath Temple in Puri.
  6. 15m
    The largest tank in the Old town area being fed a perennial natural spring, there are a lot of storied in Bindu Sagar that need telling.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will be waiting at the Mukteswara Temple compound lawn. The tour leader will be wearing a Gilehrio T-Shirt and Cap.

End point

We will be waiting at the Mukteswara Temple compound lawn. The tour leader will be wearing a Gilehrio T-Shirt and Cap.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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