The Vaital temple is of the many intriguing temples in Bhubaneshwar. To begin with, the structure itself resembles a South-Indian temple more than the typical Kalingan style that we see everywhere else in Odisha. The temple has been dated to the last quarter of the 8 th century CE. Further , unlike most of the temples in Bhubaneshwar, this temple is not dedicated to Lord Shiva. Inside the sanctum is one of the deities who is very rarely seen in a sanctum – Chamunda, along with the Saptamatrikas. This is evidently a Shakta shrine. However, the presence of Lakulisha on the vimana indicates the connection with the Pasupata sect, which is most prevalent in this region during this time period. Further, the name of the temple – ‘Vaital’, comes from the word ‘ vetala’ , referring to spirits, which were invoked by tantrics to attain siddhis. Thus, this temple is an amalgamation of Pasupata and Shakta philosophy, with a strong emphasis on tantric rituals, and this is reflected in the iconogra...
For Skywatch today, is a scene that could be from anywhere in rural India..... a riverside scene....
A cowherd brings his cows and buffaloes to the river... they drink and they bathe... and so does he. I clicked this somewhere in interior Maharashtra, while on our way to the Lonar Crater, but, as I said before, it could be from any part of the country.
Nice Calm and soothing pic ! :D
ReplyDeleteThanks nd60! it was indeed a serene and peaceful place..
DeleteI agree it could be from any part of the country! Well captured.
ReplyDeleteFabulous shot - so tranquil.
ReplyDeleteThanks ladyfi!
DeleteLike they say.. it happens only in India... beautiful shot of everyday rural India...
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely!!!! where else can you see cows and men bathing together?
DeleteIt's a beautiful place and photo. Thanks so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Gail!
DeleteSo right. That could be anywhere in India.
ReplyDeleteSuch a feel-good photo. :)
Thanks!!! but never thought of it as a feel good photo.. but i guess a river with water is certainly something to rejoice about!
DeleteThis pic made me remember of my hometown. Great click loved it.
ReplyDeleteThanks Nishant! glad to have brought back your memories!
DeleteThanks for the great post.
ReplyDeleteTypical Indian ambiance there!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely, Indrani!
DeleteAmazing vibe this place gives me. Thanks for documenting it so well! Hope you check out my budget travel blog soon :)
ReplyDeleteYou are welcome, Tyler... and its so good to hear that it gives you good vibes!
DeleteSerene setting.
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yes, Niranjan. it was really serene and peaceful!
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