Temple & Spiritual in Odisha — Top Places to Experience

Odisha is often called the Soul of India for its extraordinary temple heritage. From the 11th-century Lingaraj Temple in Bhubaneswar to the UNESCO-listed Sun Temple at Konark, the state is a pilgrimage for devotees and history lovers alike. Explore the most revered temples and sacred sites across Odisha.

Jagannath Temple
Jagannath Temple

Sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Jagannath.

2 hrs Free Morning
Padmasambhava Mahavihara Monastery

South Asia's largest Buddhist monastery.

2 hrs Free Morning
Gupteswar

Cave shrine.

2 hrs Free Morning
Lingaraj Temple
Lingaraj Temple

Ancient temple with Kalinga architecture.

1.5 hrs Free Morning
Kalijai Temple
Kalijai Temple

Famous island temple.

2.5 hrs ₹350 Morning
Samaleswari Temple
Samaleswari Temple

Famous temple of Goddess Samaleswari.

1 hrs Free Morning
Hilltop Temple
Hilltop Temple

Shakti Peetha reachable by ropeway.

2 hrs ₹50 Morning
Ghatgaon Tarini Temple
Ghatgaon Tarini Temple

Famous Jungle Goddess.

1 hrs Free Morning
Nrusinghanath Temple
Nrusinghanath Temple

Scenic temple near waterfall.

2 hrs Free Morning
Gupteswar Cave
Gupteswar Cave

Shiva Linga cave.

2 hrs Free Morning
Tara Tarini Temple
Tara Tarini Temple

Ropeway access.

2 hrs ₹50 Morning
Chausath Yogini Temple (Hirapur)

Rare hypaethral temple dedicated to 64 Yoginis.

1 hrs Free Morning
Tara Tarini Temple

Hilltop Shakti Peetha on the banks of Rushikulya.

2 hrs Free Morning
Biraja Temple

One of the 18 Shakti Peethas.

1 hrs Free Morning
Kalijai Temple

Famous island temple dedicated to Goddess Kalijai.

2.5 hrs ₹350 Morning
Nrusinghanath Temple

13th century temple near a waterfall on Gandhamardan hills.

2 hrs Free Morning
Harishankar Temple

Twin pilgrimage spot to Nrusinghanath, famous for sliding rock waterfall.

2 hrs Free Morning
Panchalingeswar

Shiva lingas submerged in a hill stream.

2 hrs Free Morning
Khirachora Gopinath (Remuna)

Famous Krishna temple known for the legend of stolen sweet rice.

1 hrs Free Evening
Jagannath Temple (Sabara Srikhetra)

Unlike Puri, everyone is allowed entry here.

1 hrs Free Morning
Manikeswari Temple

Deity of the royal family of Kalahandi.

1 hrs Free Any
Vedvyas Temple

Confluence of rivers where Mahabharata was written.

1 hrs Free Morning
Maa Majhighariani
Maa Majhighariani

Famous Goddess temple.

1 hrs Free Any
Harishankar Temple
Harishankar Temple

Shiva temple and waterfall.

2 hrs Free Morning
Jagannath Temple
Jagannath Temple

Sabara Srikhetra.

1 hrs Free Morning
Khirachora Gopinath
Khirachora Gopinath

Krishna temple famous for Khira.

1 hrs Free Evening
Mukteswar Temple
Mukteswar Temple

Gem of Odisha architecture.

1 hrs Free Morning
Dhabaleswar Island
Dhabaleswar Island

Island Shiva temple.

3 hrs Free Morning
Biraja Temple
Biraja Temple

Shakti Peetha.

1 hrs Free Morning
Akhandalamani Temple
Akhandalamani Temple

Famous Shiva temple.

2 hrs Free Morning
Huma Leaning Temple
Huma Leaning Temple

Strange leaning temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.

2 hrs Free Morning
Kapilash Temple
Kapilash Temple

Shiva temple atop 2000+ steps.

3 hrs Free Morning
Gupteswar Cave
Gupteswar Cave

Cave shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva.

2 hrs Free Morning
Cuttack Chandi Temple
Cuttack Chandi Temple

Main deity of the Silver City.

1 hrs Free Morning
Ramachandi Temple
Ramachandi Temple

Beautiful temple by the river mouth.

1 hrs Free Any
Rajarani Temple
Rajarani Temple

Temple known for its sculptural beauty.

1 hrs ₹15 Any
Ghanteswari Temple
Ghanteswari Temple

Temple of bells.

1 hrs Free Morning
Gundicha Temple

The Garden House of Jagannath, destination of the Rath Yatra.

1 hrs Free Any
Lokanath Temple

Ancient Shiva temple, believed to be established by Lord Rama.

1 hrs Free Morning
Sakhigopal Temple

Famous Krishna temple associated with the legend of the witness.

1 hrs Free Morning
Patali Srikhetra

Associated with history of Lord Jagannath.

1 hrs Free Any
Narayani Mata Temple

Scenic hillside temple nearby.

1.5 hrs Free Any
Ram Mandir

Beautiful temple in the heart of the city, vibrant during festivals.

0.5 hrs Free Evening
ISKCON Temple

Spiritual center dedicated to Lord Krishna and Balaram.

1 hrs Free Evening

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The top temple & spiritual attractions in Odisha include Jagannath Temple, Padmasambhava Mahavihara Monastery, Gupteswar and more. Each offers a unique experience.

October to March is generally the best time for temple & spiritual activities in Odisha, with pleasant weather and clear skies.

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