Rajiv Lochan temple, Rajim

Gariaband district, IN

Rajiv Lochan Temple is a temple located in Rajim, in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh. It is dated to the 8th century CE. The temple is located in the middle of a courtyard, with four subsidiary shrines at four corners. The temple consists of a mandapa, an ante-chamber, and a sanctum, with the sanct

um being surmounted by a shikhara. It is noted for its elaborately carved doorways, pillars, and pilasters, depicting various Hindu gods, goddesses, and other figures. The principal deity worshipped here is a four-armed form of Vishnu. The temple is located on the route towards Jagannatha Dham, and is visited by thousands of pilgrims every year.

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