Rajarani Temple is set in a magnificent environment and is located in the city of Bhubaneswar, Odisha. This temple is famous for its rock carvings, flora, animals, Human figures and architecture. The sculpture represents Vaishnavism and Shaivism on the body of the main temple. Besides this, the main temple contains Shiva, and his female counterpart is dancing with musical instruments. The Jagamohana is a Pidha temple. Raja Rani Mandir is one of the most famous temples in Bhubaneswar, Khordha.
The Rajarani Temple marks a unique milestone in the evolutionary progress of Odisha temple architecture. The temple facing east consists of a Deula and a Jagamohana. The arrangement of the Pandas has a resemblance to that of the Mukteshwar temple. The facades of the temple have been relieved with floral motifs of great beauty. The Rajarani temple was constructed at the beginning (1006-1023 AD) of the 11th century. The name is believed to be derived from a particular variety of sandstone called Rajarani, which the temple is made of; its magnificent sculptures are similar to those of the Mukteswar and the Lingaraj temples of Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Rajarani Temple Entry Ticket Price
- Rajarani temple entry price for INDIANS is 20 rupees per person
- The entry price for FOREIGNERS is 250 rupiahs per person
- The entry price for SAARC is 20 rupees per person
- The entry price for BIMSTEC is 20 rupees per person
- The ticket price for those below 15 years is free
- Mobile phones and cameras are allowed inside the temple.
- Security and toilet facilities are available in the Rajarani temple
- If you buy a ticket (Cash) offline, you will have to pay an extra 5 rupees per ticket.
- The name “Rajarani” stems from the locally sourced red and yellow sandstone (“Rajarani stone”) that develops a golden hue over time.
- The temple inspired later structures like the Lingaraj Temple, which adopted many of its stylistic elements.
- The temple is now a popular tourist destination and cultural venue.
- It hosts the Rajarani Music Festival each year (since 2003), celebrating classical Indian music in a stunning heritage setting.
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