Samaleswari Temple Tourism

Samaleswari Temple is a significant Hindu shrine dedicated to the goddess Samaleswari, located in Sambalpur, in the state of Odisha, India. It stands on the banks of the river Mahanadi. The goddess Samaleswari is regarded as the reigning deity of the region, and the temple is an important religious and cultural hub in western Odisha. Architecturally, the temple exhibits Odisha style with a square sanctum, but with distinctive features belonging to the region. Local red sandstone has been predominantly used in the construction, contributing to the temple's warmth and appeal. The temple complex encompasses a series of smaller shrines and is bustling with activities during festivities, especially during Navratri and Nuakhai. The Samaleswari Temple reflects the synthesis of divine worship and socio-cultural heritage with its rituals and traditions being integral to the local population.