Lingaraj Temple
Lingaraj Nagar Old Town Bhubaneswar 751002, Bhubaneswar, Khordha, Odisha
Famous for: Ancient Shiva temple and old townEvery day · 05:00 – 21:00
Getting there
6 km · Near Bhubaneswar Baramunda Bus Stand
Distances are approximate. Check local transport and road conditions before you travel.
Lingaraj Temple is Bhubaneswar's largest and oldest Shiva shrine — an 11th-century masterpiece in the Temple City of India.
🌟 What Makes It Special
- 55 m deul tower in Kalinga architecture
- Bindusagar tank and old town temple cluster
- Active pilgrimage site — non-Hindus view from platform outside
- Heart of Ekamra Kshetra heritage zone
🕒 Visit Details
- LocationLingaraj Nagar Old Town Bhubaneswar 751002
- Distance from Bhubaneswar Baramunda Bus Stand6 km by road (approx.)
- Visiting hours05:00–21:00
- Best time to visitFeb–Mar Shivaratri; Oct–Feb mornings
- Ideal duration1.5–2 hours with old town walk
- Free darshan; special seva tickets available
✔️ Tips for a Smooth Visit
- Non-Hindus cannot enter inner sanctum — use viewing platform
- Modest dress required; phones restricted inside
- Combine with Mukteshwar and Rajarani same day
- Old town lanes narrow — auto from Baramunda easiest
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- What is Lingaraj Temple famous for?
- Lingaraj Temple in Bhubaneswar, Odisha is known for Ancient Shiva temple and old town. Read visitor reviews and photos on Visiting Places Hub.
- Where is Lingaraj Temple located?
- Lingaraj Temple is located at Lingaraj Nagar Old Town Bhubaneswar 751002, Bhubaneswar, Odisha. View the map and directions on https://visitingplaceshub.com/places/lingaraj-temple-bhubaneswar.
- What are the opening hours for Lingaraj Temple?
- Lingaraj Temple is typically open Every day · 05:00 – 21:00. Hours may vary on holidays — confirm locally before visiting.
- How do I reach Lingaraj Temple?
- Lingaraj Temple is about 6 km from Bhubaneswar Baramunda Bus Stand. More travel tips are on the place page and the Bhubaneswar city guide at https://visitingplaceshub.com/places/in/bhubaneswar-odisha.
- What other places can I visit near Lingaraj Temple?
- Explore more places to visit in Bhubaneswar, Odisha on our city guide: https://visitingplaceshub.com/places/in/bhubaneswar-odisha.