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Established in the 12th century, Jagannath Temple is one of the most renowned places of worship in Orissa. While it is visited daily by thousands of people, it is specially revered by followers of the The temple is dedicated to Lord Jagannath (Lord Krishna) who is also called the Lord of the Universe. There is an interesting legend associated with this temple. It is said that King Indradyumna, the ruler of the territory, saw Lord Jagannath ........
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Bhubaneswar is the capital of the Indian state of Orissa, officially spelled Odisha. The city has a long history of over 2000 years starting with Chhedi dynasty (around 2nd century BCE) who had Sisupalgarh near present day Bhubaneswar as their capital. Historically Bhubaneswar has been known by different names such as Toshali, Kalinga Nagari, Nagar Kalinga, Ekamra Kanan, Ekamra Kshetra and Mandira Malini ......
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Konark Sun Temple is a historic temple, which has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1984. Built in the 13th century by King Narasimha Deva I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty, this temple is shaped like a giant chariot of the Sun God Surya that has four pair of wheels and is dragged by seven horses. Reflecting the Orissi and Dravidian style of architecture, the temple comprises a sanctum with ...........
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