ASI urged to include Srimukhalingam Temple in UNESCO list
26-08-2023
10:59 AM
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Overview:
Recently, the Srimukhalingam temple chief priest urged the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to get the historic Siva temple included in UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites
About Srimukhalingam Temple:
- Some architectural masterpieces were created by the rulers of the Eastern Ganga dynasty in the then-capital of the Kalinga kingdom.
- Srimukhalingam temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, known as Sri Mukha Lingeswara Swamy, housing 3 Ancient Temples at one Location.
- The Trinity of Madhukeswara, Someswara and Bheemeswara Temples are a testimony to the magnificent architectural skills of Kalinga Kings.
- This temple is built in Kalinga architectural style on the banks of the Vamsadhara river.
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Q1) Who built Srimukhalingam Temple?
The main temple of Sri mukhalingam was built by Eastern Ganga Dynasty King Kamaranava deva II.
Source: Union government urged to include Srimukhalingam temple in UNESCO list