Mahishamardini Temple

Mahishamardini Temple Complex is in Shergarh, Balasore district of Odisha, India nearly 2.5 km from Balasore Phandi chowk. It is dedicated to goddess Mahishamardini. There are several broken images which are kept under the care of Archeological Survey of India.

Mahishamardini Temple Complex
Religion
AffiliationHinduism
DistrictBaleswar
DeityMahishamardini
FestivalsNavaratri and Dussehra
Location
LocationShergarh
StateOdisha
CountryIndia
Geographic coordinates21.436529°N 86.828227°E / 21.436529; 86.828227

Rituals

The current priests belong to Panda Utkala Brahmins. The temple is patronised by a Senapati family. Celebrations for Navaratri and Dussehra are the major ones. The Durga is depicted in eight-armed pose slaying the demon Mahishasura. A Shiva temple is also found in the campus.[1]

Architecture

The temple can be dated back to 11th century AD, during Somavamsi rule. The temple was renovated during the 19th century. It is a Rekha Deula. Laterite is used for the construction of the temple; chlorite was used for the doorjambs and sculptures. The temple is Trirathaa on plan and Triangabada in elevation. The temple of Mahishamardini faces west. Images of Surya and other deities like Ganesh, Kartikeya are found in the complex.

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References
  1. Bantwal, Rons (11 August 2014). "Varamahalaxmi pooja celebrated at Mahishamardini temple". Daji World.


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