Subarnapur

Nestled on the serene bank of the river Tel, just 2 km from Sonepur town, Subarnameru Temple is one of the most celebrated Shiva shrines in Odisha. Steeped in history and legend, this sacred temple was first built by the legendary trader Neuli during the reign of Raja Lal Sai Deo (1660–1680 AD), the second Chouhan ruler of Subarnapur. After the king’s death, the temple’s incomplete structure was beautifully completed by Raja Baliyar Singh Deo in the 17th century. Devotees fondly call it the “Second Varanasi”, as thousands flock here…

Maa Sureswari Temple is located on the banks of the Tel River in Sonepur town. The holy seat of Goddess Sureswari is the presiding deity of Subarnapur. This place is an ancient temple of Yantra, Tantra, and Mantra. Ambeshwar and Jambeshwar are worshipped in two Shivlingams in the Shiva Temple within the premises of Ma Sureshwari Temple. Mahabali Jatra is the main festival of Maa Sureshwari; besides Durga Puja, Sitalsasthi is also celebrated. Subarnapur district of Odisha has Astha Chandi Matruka, Khambeswari, Samaleswari, Bhagabati, Dasamati, Narayani, Ramachandi, Bimalakhi, and Maa…

Patali Srikhetra is situated at the top of Trikut Hill at Kotsamalai, and is about 60 km distance from District Headquarters Sonepur. The place is associated with Lord Jagannath of Puri. In this Patali Srikhetra, Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Goddess Subhadra are worshipped in a cave. According to legend, the king of Sambala, Indrabhuti, worshipped Lord Jagannath in a mountain cave and practiced Vajrayana. Patali Srikhetra is a famous temple in Subarnapur District. History of Patali Srikhetra The Madala inscription (Panji) also states that in the 2nd regnal year of…