Balunkeswar Temple is an ancient shrine, located at
Gaisama, about 13 km south-east of
Baragarh, in
Baragarh District of
Orissa. It is one of the Astha Sambhu (eight
Shiva temples) in Baragarh and
Sambalpur districts.
The presiding deity here is Lord Shiva. The temple, built during the Chauhan period, is an outstanding example of the exquisite Chauhan architecture. The temple is situated on the banks of Jira River - a tributary of river Godavari.
By road, Balunkeswar Temple can be approached from Baragarh and Sambalpur. Bargarh Road Railway Station, served by the South Eastern Railways, is the nearest railhead.
