Bata Mahadeva
temple in India
Bata Mahadeva (Mukteswara Shiva) is a Hindu temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. This is one of the oldest temples in Bhubaneswar (the temple city of India), well-known for its heritage.
Approach
The temple is located in the middle of the Bindusagar road leading from Kedar-Gouri lane to the Lingaraja temple. It is a working temple and faces towards the north. The deity enshrined here is a Siva lingam with a circular yoni pitha made of sandstone.
Tradition and legends
According to local legend, when Mahadeva visited Ekamra Nagari he took rest at this place. Since it is located in the middle of the road it is known as Bata Mahadeva.
Description
This temple is not under private ownership but comes under public property. It is under the control of the Lingaraja Temple administration.
Judging from its architectural features, it was built in the 15th or 16th century CE. It is a stone building of the Pidha Deula type.
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