Kedarnath Shiva Temple is an ancient stone temple, situated at
Ambabhona, about 40 km
Baragarh, in
Orissa. It is one of the eight temples dedicated to Kedarnath Shiva, constructed by Dakshin Rai, the Dewan of Raja Ajit Singh of
Sambalpur.
The presiding deity here is Lord Shiva. This 11th-12th century temple is an outstanding example of the Chauhan architecture. The architectural fragment includes a round stone piece (Mastaka) kept in the north-east side of the temple. In the lower portion of the Mastaka, there are four single-hooded Nagas carved in all four corners.
By road, Kedarnath Shiva Temple can be approached from Baragarh and Sambalpur (45 km away). Bargarh Road Railway Station, served by the South Eastern Railways, is the nearest railhead.
