Bhubaneswar, June 22 -- The archaeological, religious and cultural significance of Sogaeshwar Shiva Peetha, an ancient Shiva shrine on the banks of the Brahmani River in Dhenkanal district, was highlighted during the 38th edition of the Dhenkanal Heritage Walks (DHW) held at Sogar village under Kamakhyanagar sub-division.
Heritage experts and enthusiasts explored the shrine's history and its place in the Brahmani river valley, which emerged as an important centre of religious, cultural and political activity during the 9th and 10th centuries AD. The walk also examined the region's geological evolution and the growth of early temple architecture along the river.
Dedicated to Swayambhu Sogaeshwar Mahadev, the shrine is believed to date back...