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SAMBALPUR



Top places in sambalpur

Here are the details for the Huma Temple, Samaleswari Temple, Ghanteswari Temple, and Hirakud Dam:

Huma Temple (Leaning Temple of Huma)

• Location: Near Sambalpur, Odisha, on the banks of the Mahanadi River.
• Significance:
• Known as the Leaning Temple of India, the temple is famous for its tilted structure, which has intrigued engineers and tourists alike.
• Dedicated to Lord Shiva, it houses a Shivalinga that attracts devotees from all over.
• History:
• Built in the 17th century by King Baliar Singh of the Chauhan dynasty.
• The tilt of the temple is natural, caused by the shifting soil over centuries, while the inner sanctum remains upright.
• Festival:
• The Maha Shivaratri festival is celebrated with great devotion here.
• Special Feature:
• Fish in the Mahanadi River near the temple are considered sacred and are fed by pilgrims.

Samaleswari Temple

• Location: Sambalpur, Odisha.
• Significance:
• Dedicated to Goddess Samaleswari, the presiding deity of the region and considered an incarnation of Goddess Durga.
• A highly revered Shakti Peetha in Western Odisha.
• History:
• Built in the 16th century by King Balram Dev of the Chauhan dynasty, who founded Sambalpur.
• Architecture:
• The temple is made of stone with intricate carvings, blending regional architectural styles.
• Festival:
• Nuakhai Festival (a harvest festival) is grandly celebrated, where people offer the first grains of the harvest to the goddess.
• Special Feature:
• Known for its spiritual ambiance and historical importance in the Sambalpur region.

Ghanteswari Temple

• Location: Near Chipilima, 33 km from Sambalpur, Odisha.
• Significance:
• Dedicated to Goddess Ghanteswari, who is believed to fulfill the wishes of devotees.
• The temple is adorned with hundreds of hanging bells, which pilgrims tie as an offering.
• History:
• Its origin is ancient, though the exact construction date is unclear.
• The bells were historically used to warn sailors navigating the turbulent Mahanadi River.
• Special Features:
• The continuous ringing of the bells creates a mesmerizing sound.
• Popular among devotees for seeking blessings and peace.

Hirakud Dam

• Location: 15 km from Sambalpur, Odisha, on the Mahanadi River.
• Significance:
• The longest earthen dam in the world and one of India’s largest dams.
• Plays a vital role in irrigation, flood control, and hydroelectric power generation.
• Specifications:
• Length: 25.8 km (including dykes).
• Reservoir Capacity: Covers an area of 743 sq km.
• Construction:
• Completed in 1957, under the leadership of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru.
• Tourist Attractions:
• Gandhi Minar and Nehru Minar offer panoramic views of the reservoir.
• Ideal for boating, bird-watching, and photography.
• Special Feature:
• The dam has significantly boosted Odisha’s agriculture and electricity production.
• Its serene surroundings make it a popular picnic spot.

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