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...
Roaming around as we did, under the merciless glare of the summer sun, the only relief was in the form of these fruits which were available at every street corner. They quenched our thirst and filled our stomachs, and we needed little else to keep us going..... Here they are....
The fruits of the palm tree.. which we call 'Nungu' in Tamil. The fruit is sweet and juicy...
Interestingly, the palm shoot is cut and the juice is traditionally collected in a hanging earthen pot. Collected before noon, this juice is called Neera (Padaneer in Tamil), and is one refreshing drink. The same juice, in its fermented form is the infamous 'Toddy' or 'Tadi' - a raw alcoholic beverage much in demand among the villagers!
This one needs no introduction.... the coconut is a fruit which can be eaten anywhere, anytime, and its water is much better and tastier than any bottled water!
and finally, last but not the least - the fruit of the season.... the mango! Trees covered by the luscious fruit were a common sight all through our trip.....
In fact, Samhith and his aunt even climbed one of these....
and came back with their own loot of raw mangoes.. Yum! a taste not easily forgotten!
They really make travelling in that terrible heat worthwhile!
The fruits of the palm tree.. which we call 'Nungu' in Tamil. The fruit is sweet and juicy...
Interestingly, the palm shoot is cut and the juice is traditionally collected in a hanging earthen pot. Collected before noon, this juice is called Neera (Padaneer in Tamil), and is one refreshing drink. The same juice, in its fermented form is the infamous 'Toddy' or 'Tadi' - a raw alcoholic beverage much in demand among the villagers!
This one needs no introduction.... the coconut is a fruit which can be eaten anywhere, anytime, and its water is much better and tastier than any bottled water!
and finally, last but not the least - the fruit of the season.... the mango! Trees covered by the luscious fruit were a common sight all through our trip.....
In fact, Samhith and his aunt even climbed one of these....
and came back with their own loot of raw mangoes.. Yum! a taste not easily forgotten!
They really make travelling in that terrible heat worthwhile!
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