Nestled on the bank of river Prachi, this small yet elegant temple deserves your visit. It was built in 9th century and has Kalinga style architectural design. Take a tour into this temple to admire such brilliant architectural work which is preserved still today.

Here, Goddess Varahi is worshipped. The deity of Varahi is different. It is pot-bellied goddess with a face of a boar. Tantric ritual is followed to worship the goddess.

The best part of this temple is it is devoid of too many priests. Hence, you can enjoy your own soulful time and offer your prayer without getting bothered much.

• Follow the Hindu rituals like leaving your shoes outside the temple.
• Pay respect to the rituals.
• Be decently dressed.
• Make sure your visit doesn’t disturb other worshippers.

• Check the opening hours of the temple from authorities.

• By hired car.

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