The Bhojeshwar Temple (IAST: Bhojeśvara) is an incomplete Hindu temple in Bhojpur village of Madhya Pradesh, India. Dedicated to Shiva, it houses a 7.5-foot (2.3 m) high lingam in its sanctum. The temple's construction is believed to have started in the 11th century, during the reign of the Paramara king Bhoja.

The 12th century Bhojeshwar Temple is considered to be one of the finest examples of temple architecture in the region. At its core is the abstract representation of the deity Shiva, or ‘linga’, in the temple sanctum.

Bhojeshwar Mahadev Temple, built during the reign of the Paramara dynasty in the 11th century, is an architectural marvel dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is believed to have been commissioned by King Bhoja and showcases exquisite stone carvings.

Sep 5, 2022 · Bhojpur Temple, often known as the Somnath of the East, is located on the banks of the Betwa River in Raisen district. It is named after the ruler of the region, King Bhoj, and the temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Sep 27, 2024 · Bhojpur, located 28 kilometres from Bhopal on the Betwa River, is the setting for the renowned 10th-century Bhojeswar temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Built by the famous Paramar King Raja Bhoj, the temple houses one of India’s largest lingas measuring 5.5 meters tall and 2.3 meters in circumference.

Aug 2, 2024 · Bhojpur Temple in Bhopal or Bhojeshwar Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built in the 11th century by King Raja Bhoja of the Paramara dynasty. The Bhojpur Shiva Temple is an unfinished marvel. According to history, its construction began under King Bhoja, but it was stopped no one knows why.

The Bhojeshwar Temple is a masterpiece of ancient Indian architecture, showcasing the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the 11th century. Built on a raised platform, the temple follows the Nagara style, characterized by its simplicity and grandeur.

Jul 2, 2020 · There are some amazing Bhojpur temple facts that make the Bhojeshwar Shiva temple a very important and must-visit monument in Madhya Pradesh.

Oct 9, 2018 · Built by Raja Bhoja I in the eleventh century (A.D. 1010-55 [1]) the temple stood on the banks of a manmade lake created by the same ruler by damming of Betwa and Kaliasot Rivers.

May 2, 2024 · The Bhojeshwar Temple is an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva in the Bhojpur village of Madhya Pradesh, India. One of the greatest highlights of the temple is the 7.5-foot (2.3 m) Shivling crafted out of a single rock and lying on a 21-foot (6.4 m) platform.