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Chitrakarini Temple

Chitrakarini Temple in Old Town, Odisha, is a Hindu place of worship that holds significance in the spiritual landscape of this suburban settlement.

॥ ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः ॥

Ancient Bells,
Living Faith

Chitrakarini Temple stands in Old Town, a suburb within Odisha's religious and cultural fabric. As a Hindu temple, it serves as a focal point for devotional practice and community gathering in its locality. The temple's name itself carries resonance within Hindu tradition, invoking the creative and artistic dimensions of worship. While detailed records of its founding and architectural lineage remain modest in public documentation, the temple continues to function as a center of ritual observance and spiritual life for residents of Old Town. Like many temples in Odisha's suburban areas, Chitrakarini Temple reflects the enduring presence of Hindu sacred spaces that sustain local faith practices across generations. Visitors and devotees approach this temple as part of their regular spiritual routines, contributing to the continuity of worship in the region.

॥ वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम् ॥

Light a Lamp,
Offer a Prayer

Every wick lit, every offering made at Chitrakarini Temple, joins a river of devotion that flows through every heart that has ever sought refuge in Hindu Devotion.

grand South Indian temple complex, featuring multiple ornate gopurams (towers) and mandapams, is beautifully illuminated at night by countless flickering oil lamps. Garlands of flowers and festive decorations adorn the temple architecture. In the foreground, devotees in traditional attire walk along the perimeter of a reflective temple tank, where numerous small diyas float, mirroring the temple's glow and the bright full moon in the night sky.

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Chitrakarini Temple

Chitrakarini Temple in Old Town, Odisha, is a Hindu place of worship that holds significance in the spiritual landscape of this suburban settlement.

Chitrakarini Temple stands in Old Town, a suburb within Odisha's religious and cultural fabric. As a Hindu temple, it serves as a focal point for devotional practice and community gathering in its locality. The temple's name itself carries resonance within Hindu tradition, invoking the creative and artistic dimensions of worship. While detailed records of its founding and architectural lineage remain modest in public documentation, the temple continues to function as a center of ritual observance and spiritual life for residents of Old Town. Like many temples in Odisha's suburban areas, Chitrakarini Temple reflects the enduring presence of Hindu sacred spaces that sustain local faith practices across generations. Visitors and devotees approach this temple as part of their regular spiritual routines, contributing to the continuity of worship in the region.

108Sacred Lamps
6Daily Aartis
Blessings

Sacred Offerings

Sevas & Pujas

Offerings performed by ordained priests under the guidance of vedic tradition — for every milestone of life.

Mahabhishekam

Ceremonial bathing of the deity with milk, honey, sandalwood and sacred herbs accompanied by Vedic chants.

Archana

Recitation of the deity's names and mantras with flower offerings, performed in your name and gotra.

गं

Ganapati Homam

Sacred fire ritual to invoke Lord Ganesha — performed before new beginnings and important journeys.

Daily Worship

Aarti & Darshan Hours

Open every day of the week. Each hour carries its own fragrance, its own prayer.

  • 04:30 AMSuprabhatamAwakening of the Lord with vedic hymns
  • 07:00 AMTomala SevaOffering of fresh tulsi & flower garlands
  • 11:30 AMRajbhog AartiMidday bhog and naivedyam
  • 04:00 PMUtthapan DarshanReawakening after the afternoon rest
  • 07:00 PMSandhya AartiTwilight worship with conch and bell
  • 09:00 PMShayan AartiFinal blessing — sanctum closes for the night

Plan Your Visit

Reach the Sanctum

Address: Odisha, India

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