Sisireswara Temple

Located in the same complex as Vaital Deula, the 8th-century Sisireswara Temple is an important landmark for students of history and art. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, its carvings show a unique transition period where Buddhist motifs merged with Hindu temple art. The square sanctum and the detailed depictions of the Lakulisha sect are particularly notable. Its well-preserved facade offers a window into the early development of stone carving techniques that eventually defined the Odisha style.