Madhava Temple

Madhava Temple

The famous Madhava temple is located on the eastern bank of the Prachi River about 6 kms from Niali(Cuttack District).The temple built in 13th century is also referred to as "Durgamadhava" because of the presence a of small Durga statue next to the Madhava inside the sanctum. This joint worship of Durga and Madhava is unique to Orissa Vaishavism. The temple is very active and keeps on attracting masses of pilgrims throughout the tear.