I have heard about the Dhauligiri temple when i was in school. I was feeling so lucky to see this temple in reall life.
The Dhauligiri is located near Bhuwaneshwar, the capital of Orissa state. It is also known as peace pagoda. Dhauligiri symbolizes the rich Buddhist culture and heritage. It was built by king Ashoka after the destructive kalinga war in 261 BC.
The Dhaoulig
iri temple is located at the bank of river Daya - the river which turned in to full of blood. Dhauli narrates a story of Kalinga War, which change ashoka's heart and inspired him to lay down the weapons of violence and accept the non violence.
iri temple is located at the bank of river Daya - the river which turned in to full of blood. Dhauli narrates a story of Kalinga War, which change ashoka's heart and inspired him to lay down the weapons of violence and accept the non violence. 
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