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If you plan to visit Odisha temples, one of the most ancient temples is Vedvyas Temple, which is located in the lap of nature. The location of the temple is soothing and brings peace to your mind. It is present on the bank of River Pampa. Sree Vedyasa and Shree Hanuman are the gods worshipped here. Sree Vedyasa is known as the author of the great Hindu epic story Mahabharata. This temple is found in Sundargarh district. The nearest railway station is Rourkela, and from here, transportation is easily available to other parts of the country.
Quick Details
Location: Rourkela, Odisha
Elevation: 30 ft high
Best Time To Visit: From October to March
Vedvyas Temple Timings: 6 AM – 8 PM
Nearest Railway Station: Rourkela Railway Station
Nearest Airport: Veer Surendra Sai Airport
About
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The temple is on the bank of the river Brahmni, and a hill goes from the bank to the top, where the temple is present. Since it is on a hill, visitors will climb up to reach the temple, and stairs help them climb up. Since the temple is at an elevation, you can come close to nature and experience peace and harmony.
Location
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This temple is near the Brahmani River in Sundargarh District. It is about 12 km from Rourkela city and 5 km from Panposh town. The temple witnesses the meeting of three rivers Sankh, Koel and Saraswati. The temple was built at the bank of the river, where these three rivers join together to form the Brahmani River.
How To Reach
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By Road The temple is 9 km away from Rourkela Bus stand. After, reaching the bus stand, you can take a car to the temple. The temple is still not reached as it is located at hill, so you will need to walkover to reach the ttemple.
By Train The temple is located 9 km from the railway station. If you prefer trains, then reach Rourkela district by train and book a car to reach the temple. Since the temple is built at the top of the hill, you should climb to meet your final destination.
By Air If you wish to take a flight, the nearest airport is Veer Surendra Sai Airport. Next, you will need to book a car and, then walk over the hill to reach the temple.
Things To Do
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A Sankirtan Mandap is present at the bank of river Brahmani, where kirtan has been performed for the last 13 years and is still going. Visitors can visit this place and enjoy the kirtan with devotion and respect. This place is a centre for performing rituals like marriages, thread ceremonies, and pujas. An ancient story is famous about the place where sage Shree Vedvyas was living here, a tunnel connected the cave and the river underground. The sage regularly went through this tunnel to pray to god at the bank of the river without being noticed by others.
Places To Visit Around Vedvyas Temple
1. Hanuman Vatika
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Hanuman Vatika is a garden named after the God Hanuman, where a big statue of Hanuman ji is placed at the centre. It is about 22 meters in height. Its foundation day is celebrated every year on 23 February. Here, various temples are built around the statue, including 12 Jyotirlingas, Lakshmi Temple, Sarala Devi Temple, Batta Mangala Devi, Jagannath Temple, and Santoshi Mata Temple. A Kalyan Mandap is built here to organize, function, and address public gatherings. One temple of Shirdi Sai Baba was recently built here, which is a main attraction for visitors coming here.
2. Vaishno Devi Temple
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It is a temple built exactly like the Vaishno Devi temple in Jammu and Kashmir. It is located at Durgapur hill in Rourkela. During the Navratri months of spring and autumn, the festival is celebrated with great devotion and joy. Hundreds of devotees come to visit the temple during this time. It is located about 3 Km from Rourkela bus stand. All around the temple, there is greenery with dense trees. There are 600 stairs to climb the temple. It is one of the most popular tourist places in Sundargarh district.
3. Jagannath Temple Rourkela
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This temple was built in 1975 in Ahirabandh, a small town located in Rourkela. The temple is devoted to Lord Jagannat. Lord Balabhadra and Goddess Subhadra are also present here. It is about 90 m high and is beautifully built with complex designs forming the incredible structure of a temple. Various festivals are celebrated here with religious spirit and zeal. Marjory Rath Yatra is the most popular and important festival of Jagannath Temple. During Rath Yatra, devotees come in bulk from different parts of the country.
4. Khandadhar Waterfall
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This waterfall is located near Rourkela in Odisha. It is the 12th-highest waterfall in India. The water falls from a height of 244 meters, which amazes the visitors coming to this place. The place is surrounded by thick trees and greenery, seen all over. It seems like a sword is placed inside the forest, so the waterfall got its name, Khandadhar Waterfall. The water from the waterfall comes from the tributary of the Baitarani River. It is a centre for nature photography and also a picnic spot for tourists.
Where To Stay
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If you are looking for accommodation while planning a visit to the temple, you stay a bit away from your destination. The hotels are about 5 km away from the temple. Hotel Pahadi, Mayfair World Cup Village, Mayfair Rourkela, etc, are the luxurious hotels to reside and other hotels that are available at affordable prices are Hotel Anurag, Michelle Residency, Hotel Green Apple, and many more located in Rourkela. In Rourkela, you can find accommodation in all types of rooms, from normal to luxurious.
Where To Eat
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You won’t find any eateries near the temple because the restaurants are in Panposh Road.
Food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner is available at the restaurants. Madhubani Restaurant offers vegetarian food. All types of fast foods are also available for children and adults. Saffron The Family Restaurant has a nice ambience for eating meals. Here, all other food items, along with South Indian food and vegetarian thali, are available. Veg Thali is the most famous among visitors. Tamarind Sky Restaurant is another good restaurant in Rourkela for having a delicious meal on your tour.
Best Time To Visit
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You can visit here throughout the year, but the best time to visit is during the winter months. The temperature reaches 12°C to 28°C in winter. It is because the weather is cool and pleasant. From October to March is the best time to plan a visit to the temple. During February or March, a grand fair is organized every during Mahashivrtri. This cool and pleasant weather allows you to explore the surrounding areas of the temple well. However, the temple is open daily.
Rourkela is a city in Odisha most popular for the Vedvyas Temple. There are also some other beautiful sites located there that attract tourist attention. The scenic beauty of the place is a popular site for photographers. The hills, temples, and waterfalls here take you close to nature. Plan a trip with TripXL and enjoy a fresh breath in the lap of nature.
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