Historical Sights and Heritage

3. Hindu Dynasties & Temple Architecture (7th – 13th Century CE)

• • The Keshari and Ganga Dynasties ruled Odisha, bringing a golden age of temple architecture.
  • The famous Konark Sun Temple, Jagannath Temple, and Lingaraj Temple were built during this period.
  • Odisha became known as the "Land of Temples", with its unique Kalinga-style architecture.