Ancient Temple Remains Unearthed During Excavation In Bhubaneswar | OTV News

Floor of an historic temple uncovered throughout excavation in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar: The Archaeological Survey of  India (ASI) on Thursday unearthed a base made from historic stones that are believed to be the stays of an historic temple within the neighborhood of Suka-Sari Temples close to eleventh century Lingaraj shrine right here within the metropolis.
The historic construction was unearthed throughout excavation drive carried out by the ASI as part of the Ekamra Kshetra heritage mission for beautification of Lingaraj temple and its environment.
“We have found the base of an ancient temple. Another portion of the structure has also been excavated. A portion of wall containing some beautifully engraved statues of danseuses of the temple which was earlier buried under the campus of the demolished Sanskrit college has been exposed during the excavation. Another side of the wall is being dug out,” ASI superintendent Arun Mallick mentioned.
“The structures especially the carvings and arts will be a treat to watch for visitors once they are completely excavated,” mentioned Mallick.
Side wall of the uncovered constructionThe ASI scientific workforce will take round 10 days to finish the excavation works. Then solely, the portion of the temple buried underneath floor may be ascertained, he identified.
What was a reason behind concern is main elements of the construction may need sustained damages as machines have been engaged in digging the realm.
The scientific workforce of ASI has carried out the excavation and scientific cleansing of the Suka-Sari temple complicated. Many temples are believed to have gone underground with the passage of time, sources mentioned.
As many as 28 historic temples in Bhubaneswar have been declared as centrally protected monuments. These temples are taken care of by the ASI.