The oldest surviving temple is Parasurameswara Temple, built in 650 A.D. There are two basic characteristics of Orissan temple architecture – the Deul (tower) and Jagmohana (porch-like hall). This small temple had some exquisite carvings and sculptures including bas reliefs of elephant processions and even a Buddhist Stupa carved on the sides howing the advent of Buddhism after Hinduism.
Parasurameswara Temple of Odisha
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