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Odisha Part 8: The Parasurameshwara Temple, Bhubaneshwar

The Parasurameshwara temple is one of the oldest temples in Bhubaneshwar, dating back to the early 8 th century CE. It is also one of the more intriguing temples, with a wide variety of very interesting sculptures. This temple has been attributed to the Shailodbhavas , who were Shaivites. The dynasty is named for their founder, Shailodbhava, who is said to have emerged from a rock, by the grace of Lord Shiva, in response to a prayer by a man from Kalinga, to create a man capable of ruling the earth. That this temple is dedicated to Shiva is clear, not only from the Shaiva dwarapalas who guard the entrance, but also from the numerous sculptures depicting Shiva in his many forms. However, what makes this temple very interesting is the presence of multiple images of the goddesses, especially the Saptamatrikas. The presence of different forms of the goddess, a panel depicting the marriage of Shiva and Parvati, as well as an image of Ardhanareeshwara suggest a strong Shakta influence o...
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Skywatch Friday - Sunset and Moonrise

During our recent trip to Shimla, we had a wonderful view of the hills from our room at the resort at Mashobra. We enjoyed watching the shadows lengthen over the hills and valleys, day after day, and on one of these days, were treated to this spectacular sunset... and moonrise!






I simply sat by the window for the whole time, watching the deep red spread all over the mountains.... the bright full moon emerge slowly from behind the clouds....




What an experience it was! One I am going to treasure for the years to come!

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Location: Mashobra, Himachal Pradesh, India

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  1. LaloofahJanuary 18, 2013 at 6:39 PM

    Wow, beautiful skies and beautiful scenery - and that full moon just makes it perfect! Your last photo is really fantastic. I can't believe that's the view from a hotel window! And I can see why that sunset will be a treasured memory for a long time. Thank you for sharing it!

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  2. MridulaJanuary 18, 2013 at 7:22 PM

    What a stunning picture, that last one!

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  3. Sylvia KJanuary 18, 2013 at 8:31 PM

    Awesome skies and superb captures, Anuradha!! The sunset is gorgeous and I do love the moon in your last shot! Such incredible beauty and certainly worth being treasured!! Thank you for sharing the beauty! Enjoy your weekend!!

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  4. LizJanuary 18, 2013 at 11:11 PM

    Great captures. Happy sky watching.

    My sky.

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  5. UnknownJanuary 18, 2013 at 11:40 PM

    Wow, how beautiful! Especially the last photo. I really love it! Dropping in from North Carolina, happy skywatching!

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  6. RenukaJanuary 18, 2013 at 11:40 PM

    Nice pictures, exclusive!


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  7. MaritesJanuary 20, 2013 at 3:42 PM

    gloriously beautiful! I'd probably be sitting for hours watching these too.

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  8. UnknownJanuary 20, 2013 at 6:06 PM

    beautiful

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  9. RitvaJanuary 20, 2013 at 8:29 PM

    Love the lat shot!

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  10. R Niranjan DasJanuary 23, 2013 at 11:55 AM

    Brilliant sky. You have captured it well.

    www.rajniranjandas.blogspot.in

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  11. SteffiJanuary 25, 2013 at 12:38 AM

    Fantastic photos of skies!

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