Harisankar:
On the other side of the hill, (Narashingnath) on the
right bank of a perennial stream a 16th century monument enshrines the composite
form of Siva and Vishun in the person of Harisankar, the
presiding deity of the locality. A place of rare significance as per the
religious syncretism of Orissa is concern which ultimately laid to the formation
of the syncretic cult of Lord Jagannath. The
captivating waterfall and the
perennial stream draws pilgrims for religious bath, picnickers,
tourist and invites photographers to its picturesque surrounding.
The temple is unique so also the idol. Hari (Vishun) and Siva are prayed
together in this temple.
The hill is
very
rich in medicinal herbs and the
entire surrounding is very pleasant in summer. .
A Panthashala (Tel. No. 2436) here provides accommodation to the tourists.