Jhadeswar Shiva temple is located about 1 km distance from the Jharsuguda Railway station. There is a self appearing Sivalingam here, the actual age of which is unknown. Jhadeswar temple is an ancient Shiva temple of Odisha. According to history, Shiva Lingam was worshipped in a hut made of leaves during the reign of Govind Singh Jaminder of Jharsuguda. In 1916 a Gujarati contractor named Mulju Jagmal erected a small temple here. The Jamindar of Jharsuguda arranged Savayats for daily worship and donated agricultural lands for the maintenance of the temple and puja. Lord Jhadeswar Mandir is a famous temples in Jharsuguda, Odisha.
In addition to Lord Shiva, Maa Durga temple, Hanuman temple, pond and a beautiful park are located inside the Shree Jhadeswar temple. Mahashivratri is the main festival of the temple, which attracts a large number of devotees. Jhadeswar mandir is one of the tourist places in Jharsuguda. The Jhadeswar Temple showcases traditional Odia temple architecture with intricate carvings and a peaceful atmosphere. While the temple is relatively modest compared to grander temples in Odisha, its sanctity and scenic surroundings make it a popular destination for pilgrims and tourists. Apart from religious visitors, the temple attracts tourists who are interested in exploring the culture and heritage of Odisha.
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