Bhubaneswar: Archaeologists have found the remains of yet another ancient temple near Suka-Sari temple complex in the city.
On Wednesday, the ancient structure was discovered by Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) lies on the North-East corner of Suka-Sari, a 10th century shrine which is considered older than the Lingaraj Temple.
The structure is believed to be the remains of a temple, said Senior ASI official Rahul Srivastav. The architectural style of the basement indicates that it had been constructed prior to Suka-Sari temple, he added.
Meanwhile, ASI has started excavation work in the adjacent area of the complex once again. Odisha Circle A
SI Chief Arun Mallick said many temples are believed to be buried under soil from Sari temple to Bindusagar lake.
Earlier this year, the ASI had unearthed a few other ancient temple structures near Suka-Sari temple complex when some workers engaged in Ekamra Kshetra beautification work had stumbled upon an ancient stone structure in February.
The structure lies on the north-west corner of the ornate Sari temple. Two other structures, also believed to be the remains of small shrines, were partially exposed during the beautification drive..
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Experts presume that Sari temple complex was built on the Panchayatana model where the main temple is surrounded by four subsidiary shrines, said Srivastav.