Harishankar and Nrusinghanath is the best tourist place
in Odisha. It is located in the Balangir district. It is the only one place in
Odisha, where people worshiped two God Siva and Vishnu together in one temple.
This is situated at 83 kms from the main town of Blangir. This place is
naturally very beautiful. Tourist enjoys the natural beauty and the religious
spiritual atmosphere of this place. This temple is going through in 7 wonder.
In early days at the time of 14th century Harishankar is
discovered by the king Chauhan. On that time deity are worshipped in this
temple, But in 12th century the temple is again created by the king Vaijjal Dev
Chauhan and queen Durlabha devi. Now Vishnu and Shiva are worshipped in this
temple.
Harishankar temple is located in one site of hill
Gandhamardhan. A small stream is also here which is coming from the hill. The
climate of the place is very cool and peaceful; tourist can enjoy and spend a
very memorable time on this place. The nature of the place is very nice.
Nrusinghanath temple is the one of the famous and big
temple in this area. It is placed at the source of the Papaharin stream.
Nrusinghanath is located opposite site of Harishankar. The distance between
these temples is 16 km. The work of the temple is unique stone steps. A water
fall also falling here. It is increase the beauty of this holy place. Here
people bath and enjoy the water fall and the natural beauty of the hill and
temples.
FAMOUS FESTIVALS
OF HARISHANKAR AND NRUSINGHANATH TEMPLE
The famous festival occur in this temple is Shivaratri,
Makar Sankranti and a big mela which is famous here called Magha Mela. Many
people come to see this mela. The near of this 2 temple you can see Patora Dam,
Kantabanji, Bangomunda and Harihara. These places are also very nice place.
Harishankara and Nrusinghanath is a best place for tourism in Odisha, people
can visit any time throughout the year.
How to Reach:
By Road:
From Balangir you can get bus to khoprakhol from 7 am
onwards. Better is 7 am bus as you can spend more time if reach early. Hire a vehicle (Car) at Khoprakhol to
Harishankar. No Auto available there.
From Sambalpur you can get Govt. (OSRTC) bus to patnagarh
but time may odd.
By Rail:
Nearest major Railway Station is Balangir (84 Kms).
Another nearest Local station is there named Harishankar
road, but from there such communication not available.
By Air:
Nearest Airport is Bhubaneswar (340 Kms). Also another airport is Rourkela
but regular service not available.
Best time to Visit: Though throughout the year the area
is reachable but best time is From September 1st week to June 1st week. Dec-25
& Jan 1st you can have picnic there (any time picnic allowed), but mind it
try to arrange veg item.
Accommodation: If you want to stay there for more
enjoyment then there is option for you. One two private guest house is there
along with one govt. panthanivas. So communicate with them for accommodation.
What you I will see nearby: Yes so many interesting places
are there.
Deer Park(200 Mtr) : Near to Harishankar shrine you will
find a deer park.
Patnagarh(31 kms): Here you can visit temple of Local
Goddess patneswari.
Cuisine: At Harishankar Shrine there is a facility of
Prasada (Food of God) at Lunch at nominal rate. The prasada is very tasty. So
you can have the Prasada at lunch hour (In peak season you have to pay advance
to have the facility earlier on same day).
At Balangir you can have delicious Bara(Vada), Rosgola.
Shopping: At Balangir you can shop world famous
Sambalpuri handicraft (Saree, kurta, lunge & other garments) which are
famous for beautiful design. Other handicraft household, fine art you can
avail. Don’t forget to buy some Sambalpuri Album song CD, so that you can enjoy
the sweet Sambalpuri song. Belive me you will love to listen Sambalpuri songs.
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