- Special Features
Foundation YearSthala TreeTheerthamRathamArchitectureOther SpecialityGupteswar is one of the peerless Shiva temples of Southern Orissa. It is a world-famous pilgrim site situated about 55 km away from Jeypore, Koraput District in the state of Odisha, India. The main attraction of this place is the monstrous Shiva linga which is said to be increasing in size.
- Sthala Puran
The caves Shrine of Gupteswar nestles on a lush green hill, 58 K.m from Jeypore, and 80 Kms away from Koraput, amidst the deep forest. The Cavernous interior of the Temple enshrines a huge ‘lingam’. The cave is a multi Chambered wonder, Gupteswar is also Popularly known as Gupta Kedra Shabari a Rocky Stream of great Scenic Beauty Flows by Gupteswar. It is believed that Lord Rama when passed through this region on his way to Panchabati in Dandaka-Aranya. The heavily wooded valley all around is a heaven for adventure lovers.
- Architecture
- Alankar of Deity
The Shiva Linga is a natural one exists from old ages. It is a very beauteous place, limestone caves & dense forests. Gupteswar cave is a city shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva. The main attraction of this place is the monstrous Shiva linga which is said to be increasing in size
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- FestivalsShivratriShivratri is the major festival celebrated here amidst much flourish and splendor. During Shivaratri festival devotes from local areas, from Chhattisgarh and Andhra Pradesh come around Shiva temple. During this famous festival, many shops open their momentary outlets offering all types of toys, dressing materials, and many more items.
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- Prasadhas
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- Arjita Seva
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