The Mukteshwar (Lord of Freedom-from the cycle of births and deaths) temple is at Bhubaneswar, Capital city of State of Odisha is dedicated to Lord Shiva and famous for its great architecture and carving specially for Torans ( Gate). Complex has pond with no. of fishes and turtle. The temple is regarded as a gem of Nagara architecture of Kalinga architecture.This architecture is one of the basic reasons why Mukteshvara Temple is also known as the "Gem of Odisha architecture" or "Kalinga Architecture" . The temple faces west and is constructed in a lower basement amidst a group of temples. There is a great architectural, carving, spiritual, rich cultural and historical significance of the place. The Department of Tourism of the state government organises a three-day yearly dance function called Mukteswar Dance Festival in the temple premises. This festival celebrates the features of Odissi, the classical dance form of Odisha and Odissi music, the classical music of the same tradition. Enjoy our great heritage and save it.

Fantastic architecture. Must visit attraction if you are on tour in Bhubaneshwar. Intricate artwork. Kudos to the great Indian artists and Indian Civilization that designed and architected these masterpieces like Jagannath Puri, Lingaraj and Mukteshwar temples and Konark Sun Temple.

The Mukteshwara Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva located, dating to the 10th-century. The temple is a fine example for Kalinga architecture, but all compacted into a much smaller building. The temple has some unique features including the torana archway at the entrance and vimana tower. The archway stands about 10 metres from the entrance into the temple proper and is decorated with three heads, which show Buddhists influences in that each could easily be mistaken for the head of the Buddha. Around the arches are sculpted female spirits in repose seductively on either side of the central head at the apex. The Vimana has a square plan and is built over the sanctum in typical Kalinga architectural fashion. The four sides of the pyramidal roof are decorated with horizontal bands and sculptural figures. Figures include demons, dwarfs and sculptures to look out for, the Hindu god Shiva as the divine cosmic dancer.

The Mukteshwar Temple in Bhubaneswar is a stunning testament to ancient Indian architecture, renowned for its intricate carvings, majestic spire, and spiritual significance. Built in the 10th century during the reign of the Somavamsi dynasty, this temple is a masterpiece of Kalinga architecture, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the region. Despite being more than a millennium old, the Mukteshwar Temple remains remarkably well-preserved, thanks to ongoing conservation efforts by archaeological authorities. It continues to attract devotees, scholars, and tourists from around the world, who come to marvel at its architectural splendor and spiritual significance.