About Rajarani Temple :
The Rajarani temple is the finest example of ancient architecture of ancient times. Located in the northeast of the Lingaraj temple, this temple was built in the middle of the 11th century. It is one of the most visited temples of Bhubaneswar. The interesting thing is that there is no statue in the temple’s womb. The first Hindu temple was considered as a Prem Mandir, probably for this reason there is no statue here. On the wall of the temple, some sexuous carving of men and women has been done. Due to the use of yellow sandstone in construction, this temple was named Rajarani. Archaeological Survey of India maintains this temple and has to take ticket to enter it.
Location information Rajarani Temple :
Address – Tankapani Rd, Near BOI ATM
District – Bhubaneswar
State – Odisha
Pin Code – 751002
Climate/Weather in Pati Rajarani Temple :
Summer – March to MayAverage Minimum Temperature – 36° CAverage Minimum Temperature – 24° CAverage Precipitation – 40 mmMonsoon – June to OctoberAverage Minimum Temperature – 32° CAverage Minimum Temperature – 25° CAverage Precipitation – 220 mmSummer – March to MayAverage Minimum Temperature – 28° CAverage Minimum Temperature – 17° CAverage Precipitation – 23 mm
History of Rajarani Temple :
Based on sculptural architectural style, the temple is in the middle of the 11th century. Brown, groups the temple along with Anant Vasudev Temple and places it around 11th century. In 1953 another survey of Orissa temples performed by S. S. Saraswati presents a similar date. Panigrahi, which performs extensive analysis of the Orion temples, gives an unspecified date between the Lingaraj temple and the Muktewara temple. Ferguson believes that the construction of the temple started around 1105. George Michael believes that the temple was built during the same time as the Lingaraja Temple. The Rajarani temple is of Jagannath temple in Puri in the same period. The architecture of other temples in Central India was originated from the temple. The Khajuraho temple and Totasar Mahadev temple in Kadwa are notable in the category. Scholars believe that on the basis of this style the temple may have been built by Somavasi kings who had gone from Central India to Orissa during this period. Rajarani temples are housed as a stamped monument by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
Languages in Rajarani Temple :
Odia is the main language of Bhubaneswar. There are some people speak Hindi, Urdu, Bengali, Telugu and English languages.
Interesting things to do Rajarani Temple :
Interesting things to visits near Rajarani Temple :
- Forest Park – The Forest Park is just 1.54 km from Rajarani Temple. In recent years this park has become a favorite place for walkers and children of the morning. Filled with plants, floating mountain, music fountain, jogging track, children’s play area, rockeries and rosarium, this park is an ideal gateway to escape from the bustling city.
- Indira Gandhi Park – The Indira Gandhi Park is just 1.89 km from Rajarani Temple. Park is a favorite to stroll, relax and walk. In the morning, many local people can be seen jogging in the park and tourists can see a statue of late Mrs. Indira Gandhi, who is the Russian sculptor Mr. Dmitry Rybachev and Alexander Rybachev Were prepared by.
- Odisha State Museum – The Odisha State Museum is just 0.83 km from Rajarani Temple. Museum having art and culture of past that reminds the people about the odia history. All the statues here are marked with full information. A wondering place in odisha. You should be visit to the museum and get lot af experience.
- Orissa Modern Art Gallery – The Orissa Modern Art Gallery is just 1.56 km from Rajarani Temple. If you interested in ART, then visit this place, here you can also buy them if you like. For me its a sweet and short visit place, which does not take much time, but keeps you amazed.
- Chandaka Elephant Sanctuary – The Chandaka Elephant Sanctuary is just 13.67 km from Rajarani Temple. Orissa gives full meaning of wild adventure and gives you a unique experience from day to day life. It provides full refreshment to both your brain and body.
How to reach Rajarani Temple ?
Nearest Airports – Biju Patnaik Airport around 29 km from the temple.
Nearest Railway Station – Cuttack Railway station 11.1 Km from the temple.
Taxi services – Taxi services are available.
Bus service – Bus services also available.
Nearest Visiting places from Rajarani Temple :
- Lingaraja Temple – The Lingaraja Temple is just 0.76 km from Rajarani Temple. This temple is one of the main milestones in the city of Bhubaneswar and is one of the main tourist attractions of the state.
- Ram Mandir – The Ram Mandir is just 2.3 km from Rajarani Temple. Ram Mandir housing beautiful images of Lord Rama, Lord Lakshman, and Goddess Sita. Ram Mandir is main attraction of the city.
- Chausath Yogini Temple – The Chausath Yogini Temple is just 2.64 km from Rajarani Temple. Chausath Yogini Temple is a tantric temple, with hypaethral architecture as tantric prayer rituals involve worshiping the bhumandala.
- Aisanyesvara Siva Temple – The Aisanyesvara Siva Temple is just 3 km from Rajarani Temple. It is close to the western compound wall of Lingaraj Temple. The temple is constructed in the Kalinga architecture style using grey sandstone.
- Iskcon Temple – Iskcon Temple is just 3.67 km from Rajarani Temple and Very nice architecture with the White stone. As always, Iskcon is a best place to visit, any Iskcon for that matter, across the world, if you want to have peace. Very nice architecture with the White stone.
- Shanti Stupa of Dhauligiri – The Shanti Stupa is just 3.59 km from Rajarani Temple. Nearest Railway Station is Bhubaneswar and distance from Railway station to Dhauli is 10 Kms. This Dhauli Shanti Stupa is also known as Peace Pagoda.
- Chandi Temple – The Chandi Temple is just 16.11 km from Rajarani Temple.The temple is surrounded by the Portsasagar tank in the east at a distance of 6.40 meters, the Markandeya Temple in the west and the private residential buildings on the south side. The temple turns south and is headed towards east.
Nearest Petrol Pump near by Rajarani Temple :
Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation near by Rajarani Temple :
Hotel Trident Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, India
0.8 km to City centre
The Crown Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, India
0.7 km to City centre
Kalinga Ashok
Bhubaneswar, India
4.6 km to City centre
Pal Heights
Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneswar
0.3 km to City centre
HHI Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, India
3.4 km to City centre
Swosti Premium
Bhubaneswar, India
0.9 km to City centre
Things to carry for Rajarani Temple :
Tips & Suggestions for Rajarani Temple :
Between October to February, Bhubaneswar is considered to be the best. During this time it gets cold, which makes the weather very pleasant.
Help Line/Phone Number in Rajarani Temple :
- Police Stations – 100 / 0674-2340475
- Ambulance Service – 102/0674-2402005
- Railway – 131/2532233
- Blood bank – 0674-155333/2391110
- Airport enquiry – 0674 – 2401084/2406472
- Lingaraja Temple – 090909 09090
