Why devotees come here
Beleswar Temple is a Shiva temple near the sea in Puri district, Odisha, open 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM. It stands on a sand dune, and local belief says Rama set up its lingam before going to war in Lanka. The temple is built in laterite stone in the ancient Kalinga style.
Local belief says Rama set up the Shiva lingam here and worshipped it with bela leaves before he went to Lanka to fight the demon king Ravana. Another legend says Rama laid the foundation of the shrine during his exile. The Fisherman's Daughter legend says Shiva saved a girl in danger and carried her home safely.
The Incredible India page links the temple's craftsmanship to the Eastern Ganga dynasty and its laterite stone construction. Visitors can see carvings and sculptures that depict deities. The sacred precinct includes a pond.
Beleswar is a Shiva temple in Gope block of Puri district, Odisha. It lies along the Puri-Konark coastal drive, 17 km from Puri town. The sea beach next to it is described as an idyllic retreat by the sea.
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