Mukteswara Temple

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Mukteswara Temple is situated at Bhubaneswar in the Orissa state of India. It was constructed around the 10th century. Compared to the more well-known temples in Orissa, this is a small one with a height of only 35 feet. However, the sculptured gateway, diamond shaped latticed windows and decorated interiors and the large number of carvings have made it a unique monument. So much so that instead of its religious value, it is spoken of more due to to its architecture. Shiva is the presiding deity.