Sidheshwar Temple, Naraj, Cuttack

Sidheshwar Temple is located on a small hill near Naraj on the banks of the river Mahanadi. It is 17 km from distance Cuttack City and 25 km from Bhubaneswar. Lord Shiva is worshipped as the main deity in this temple. The Siddheshwar temple is one of the ancient temples in Odisha. This temple is associated with mythological stories. According to the local people, Arjuna placed the Linga and worshipped him to get success here. Near the temple, there is a small cave where the Pandavas lived during their exile. A few steps up the Shiva temple, there is a Yajna Kund, and an Arjuna’s bow encased in a rock.

Mahashivratri is the famous festival of this temple. Throughout the year, devotees from different parts of Odisha come here to worship Lord Siddheshwar Mahadev. During the Shravana month, many Kavadias come here to pour water on this Shiva Linga. Naraj and Munduli barrages are visible from the top of this hill, and the calm bridge of the river makes this place awesome to enjoy. The sunrise and sunset views from Sidheshwar Temple are the most beautiful. Sidheshwar Mandir is one of the most famous temples and tourist attractions in Cuttack.

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Opening Timne

Sidheshwar Temple open timings is at Everyday Morning 06 am to Evening 7 pm

Best Time to visit

The Best time to visit Sidheshwar Temple is at all times of the year

Nearest Bus Stop

The nearest Bus stop is Cuttack Netaji Bus Terminal, which is located around 16 Km distance from Siddheshwar Temple

Nearest Railway Station

The Nearest Railway Station is Cuttack, which is located around 19 Km distance from siddheshwar temple

Nearest Airport

The nearest Airport is Biju Patnaik International Airport, which is located around 32 Km distance from Siddheshwar temple