Parimalagiri Buddha Vihar

Representing the rich religious history and architectural splendor of the state of Orissa, the Parimalagiri Buddha Vihar draws several tourists from far and wide. One of the prominent Orissa attractions, the Parimalagiri Buddha Vihar bears resemblance to the development of Buddhist culture during the ancient period.

Parimalagiri Buddha Vihar is located in the district of Sambalpur of Orissa. Parimalagiri Buddha Vihar is the architectural remains of a huge monastery of the ancient times. The famous Chinese Pilgrim, Hieun Tsang believed the plateau of Nrusimhanath was commonly referred to as the Po-lo-mo-lo-ki-li which supported the famous monastery of Parimalagiri Buddha Vihar.

The architectural remnants of Parimalagiri Buddha Vihar have been found on the mountain ranges of Gandhamardan. The trip to Parimalagiri Buddha Vihar offers the tourists with a wonderful opportunity to experience the unique architectural style of the Buddhist religion of the ancient times.

Parimalagiri Buddha Vihar of Sambalpur district is easily accessible by well maintained roads from all parts of Orissa.