Which among the following is the largest and the tallest surviving temple in Orissa?
U.P.P.S.C. (GIC) 2010
A. Brahmesvara Temple
B. Jagannath Temple
C. Lingaraja Temple
D. Rajarani Temple
Answer: Lingaraja Temple
Option c is the correct answer.
Lingaraja Temple is the largest and the tallest surviving temple in Orissa, with a height of
180
f
t
(
55
m
180ft(55 m ). It is also one of the oldest temples in Bhubaneswar, the capital of the Indian state of Orissa. The temple is dedicated to Shiva and is built in the Kalinga architecture style. The temple complex has 108 other shrines and is enclosed by a large compound wall. The temple is active in worship practices and celebrates festivals like Mahashivaratri, Ashokashtami and Chandan Yatra with great fervor. The temple is a magnificent specimen of ancient Indian art and culture and a major tourist attraction of the state.
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Brahmesvara Temple: This temple is located in Bhubaneswar and is dedicated to Shiva. It was built in the 11th century CE by the Somavamsi king Udyotakesari.
Jagannath Temple: This temple is located in Puri and is one of the most sacred and revered temples in India. It is dedicated to Jagannath, a form of Vishnu, along with his siblings Balabhadra and Subhadra. The temple was built in the 12th century CE by the Ganga king Anantavarman Chodaganga Deva.
Rajarani Temple: This temple is located in Bhubaneswar and is dedicated to an unidentified deity, possibly Shiva or Vishnu. It was built in the 11th century CE by an unknown king.