BINDU SAGAR LAKE

 In India, sacred tanks are associated with different legends. A beautiful water tank one of the largest in Bhubaneswar has a  story associated with it. The local tradition maintains that the water of this holy lake has been sanctified by all the holy rivers which ultimately took the shape of a huge water body...Bindu that's how the reference has been made. Local tradition also has reference to the association of the lake to Lord Shiva and his consort Goddess Parvati. Lord Shiva and Parvati after their marriage came to the holy land of Varanasi. With the passage of time as the city got more and more populated, the Lord asked Devi Parvati to find another place that is peaceful. Parvati came to Ekamrashetra as the holy land of Kalinga was known back then. When Parvati found out the holy land the place was already ruled by two demons Kirti and Vasa. When the demons saw Parvati both of them fall in love with her. The Goddesses then asked both of them to help her have a tour of the beautiful place. Both readily agreed and after the tour, Parvati killed both of them by pressing them under her feet. The place where Parvati crushed them came to be known as Devi Padahara. After killing the demons Parvati felt thirsty. Shiva by striking his trident let a spring to surge and that's how Bindu Sagar lake came into existence with the drops of water from all the holy rivers.

I got this opportunity to listen to the legend associated with this beautiful lake when I followed the trails of Ekamra Walk to Old Town, As I sat on the stairs I was lost in the scenic beauty of the lake. There is a beautiful temple in the center of the lake. It is said that during a particular time of the year one of the deities from the Lingaraj temple which is one of the largest temples located in Bhubaneswar is brought for a ride around the lake. I saw a local artist trying to portray the beauty of the lake in his canvas with the Lingaraj temple at the backdrop. This is a must-visit for anyone traveling to the temple city. The best time to visit the lake is during the wee hours of the morning. Laser shows are also organized on several occasions. If you are lucky enough you get to be a part of it as well.



                                                           Image source: Ekamra Walks Facebook page



                                                                           Beautiful Bindusagar lake

Location: Bindu Sagar, Old Town, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 751002

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