Bhaskareswaran Temple Bhubaneswar

Bhaskareswara Eswaran Temple is an ancient temple located near Brahmeswara Temple on Tankapani Road in Bhubaneswar. it is one of the oldest temples in Odisha and also one of the heritage places. The temple was built by Gangas during the 13th–14th centuries. The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Shiva, worshipped as Bhaskareswara. The unique feature of the west-facing temple is the 9-foot-tall Shivalingam, which can be seen from both floors. The lingam has been described in the local sacred texts as Vrihalingam. The local people believe that the idol is growing day by day.

How to Reach Bhaskareswaran Temple

The temple can be easily reached by taking the different modes of transportation. Some easy and quick ways are given below.

By Rail

To reach Bhaskaresara Temple in Bhubaneswar by rail, you can arrive at Bhubaneswar Railway Station, which is around 4 km away from the temple. From the station, you can take a taxi, auto-rickshaw, or local bus to the temple, which will take around 10-15 minutes.

By Air

The closest airport to Bhaskareswara Temple in Bhubaneswar is Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar, located about 5.8 km away. From the airport, you can take a taxi, auto-rickshaw, or bus to reach the temple in around 15-20 minutes.

By Road

To reach the Bhaskarewar temple in Bhubaneswar by road, you can easily hire a taxi, auto-rickshaw, or local bus from any place in Bhubaneswar. The temple is well connected to the city and it’s about 3.5 km from the city centre. 

Best Time to Visit Bhaskareshwara Temple Bhubaneswar

November to March is the suitable time period for visitors to visit the Bhaskareswara temple, Bhubaneswar and take blessings from Lord Bhaskara. Cold weather and greenery will make your journey exciting and memorable.