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Odisha Part 7: The Rajarani Temple, Bhubaneshwar

The Rajarani Temple in Bhubaneshwar gets its name from the stone used to build it - the red and yellow sandstone used here is locally called Rajarani. This temple was once known as the Indreshwara temple, which is mentioned in the Ekamra Purana, which tells us about the temples of Bhubaneshwar, which was then known as Ekamra Kshetra. Today, the temple stands in a well-maintained lawn, and is the only ticketed monument within the city. The temple is built in the typical Kalinga style, with the tall curvilinear shikara over the garbagruha , and a jagamohana connected to it. The temple is believed to date back to the 11 th century, and is most well known for its sculptures. The entrance to the temple has two pillars with a Naga couple protecting the sanctum, holding garlands in their hands. The base of the pillar shows 3 lions standing over 3 elephants, a typical motif in temples of this region during this period. On the other side of the pillar is a horse and rider, and the two mo...
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Skywatch Friday - Kudle Beach, Gokarna

Gokarna has many beaches, each one looking more beautiful than the other. All are small ones and the smallest among them gets its name from the very fact - Kudle beach (the word Kudle comes from the local word for 'small'). The beach is surrounded by hillocks, and the view from the top is stunning...



To the left is Om Beach, and to the right is the main Gokarna Beach. Separating them are the mountains... or hillocks. To get to either beach, one has no choice other than take the long road around the hills or climb over them!



In fact, to get to both, Kudle, as well as Om Beach, one has to climb down the hill!! Vehicles only reach the road atop the hill, and then there are steps cut into the rock, which help us get to the beach. 



Kudle Beach was empty when we visited, since it was off season. We were told that during the peak season, there wouldnt be space to sit there! We, however, had all the time, and the space, and simply sat by the shore as Samhith happily collected shells! 

This is my entry for Skywatch today. For more beautiful skies from around the world, visit the Skywatch Page.

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Location: Kudle Beach Road, Karnataka 581326, India

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  1. RamnathOctober 18, 2013 at 1:25 PM

    Nice article..every tourist know only Om beach which is always crowded.. I this would be a great place to relax and have fun on beach. Thanks for sharing..

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    1. Anuradha ShankarOctober 18, 2013 at 2:59 PM

      Thank you, Ramnath. But even Om beach was empty while we were there. its mostly packed during the season, which is what we heard... and in any case, that is why i chose to go during off season. u cant see a place at its best, but u at least get to see it in peace!

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  2. MridulaOctober 18, 2013 at 2:49 PM

    The top two pictures with their green and blue look so alluring.

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    1. Anuradha ShankarOctober 18, 2013 at 3:01 PM

      Thanks Mridula! they are truly beautiful, even more than they seem in my pics! it was great going there, but i wish i can go again.... and if u get a chance, do go there.

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  3. PradeepaOctober 18, 2013 at 5:14 PM

    Beautiful beach photos! Looks so serene.

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    1. Anuradha ShankarOctober 18, 2013 at 6:10 PM

      Thanks Pradeepa. It really was serene... since it was monsoon and the crowds were away!!

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  4. R Niranjan DasOctober 18, 2013 at 5:52 PM

    Nice shots. It is a lovely trek over the hills from one beach to another.

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    1. Anuradha ShankarOctober 18, 2013 at 6:11 PM

      Thanks Niranjan.. unfortunately, I couldnt do the climb... maybe another time

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  5. RenukaOctober 18, 2013 at 11:59 PM

    Really a beautiful beach! I see so much of greenery around which makes it more inviting!

    http://renuka-voyagerforlife.blogspot.in/2013/10/thar-desert-safari-to-remember.html

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    1. Anuradha ShankarOctober 19, 2013 at 9:02 AM

      Yes, Renuka. There is so much of greenery around, which just makes these beaches so much more alluring!

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  6. LauraOctober 19, 2013 at 4:48 AM

    beautiful views!

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  7. Neelima VallangiOctober 19, 2013 at 9:41 AM

    Beautiful pictures Anu, beach looks so tempting without the crowd and with the greenery around. :)

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    1. Anuradha ShankarOctober 19, 2013 at 9:51 AM

      Thanka so much, Neelima. It is so good to see you here after so long... and yes, the greenery and the lack of crowd was certainly the best part of it! so glad I went at such a time!

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  8. P.N. SubramanianOctober 19, 2013 at 9:45 AM

    Beutiful Kundle! Western Coast has hundreds of beaches remaining where not many people go.

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    1. Anuradha ShankarOctober 19, 2013 at 9:53 AM

      True PNS. but this is one of those beaches where apparently there is no place to stand during the peak season. It was like this only because it was afternoon, in the monsoon, and we were the only souls there.

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