Harishankar in Balangir District, A Temple Dedicated to Two Gods, Hari & Shankar

Harishankar idol in Harishankar of Balangir District, Odisha

Harisankar is a famous tourist attraction in the Balangir District of Odisha. While the picturesque natural scenery around the spot attracts a number of tourists across the year, the place is famous for the famous Harishankar temple, the abode of two Gods, Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva of the Hindu trinity, which is a rare element. 

Balangir district headquarter is situated at a distance of 81 kilometers from Haishankar. Patnagarh and Kantabanji are the nearest big towns. Balangir is the nearest railway station. Rented vehicles are available in Balangir as well as Patnagarh and Kantabanji to reach Harishankar.

Natural sliding stone in Harishankar: A memorable experience

‘Anna Bhoga’ (meals) is available in the temple. You can book the meals in this number 9178824544. This is not the official number, but just for the tourists’ convenience I’ve given this number that is owned by one Mr. Amar. 

There is no online booking facility or any other mode of pre-paid meals booking is available so far. Also there are no big restaurants to dine around Harishankar. 

Besides spiritual legacy, the spot is also famous as a popular picnic spot in Odisha and neighboring Chhattisgarh. 

A zigzag water stream flows by the side of the temple. Taking an open air bathe in this stream is also much exciting. A natural slope in this stream is the special attraction. It offers the exciting feeling of sloping in the man-made water parks. A dancing Ganesh idol is also found in the premises. Harishankar is situated on the slopes of the beautiful Gandhamardhan hills.

Entrance Gate of Harishankar