On one facet of the shikhara (superstructure), Brahma sits in divine contemplation. Portrayed with three faces and four arms, Brahma holds a shruka (sacrificial ladle) in his upper left hand, while his upper left-hand holds a pustaka (sacred text). His lower right hand is in the varada hasta gesture, while his lower left-hand clasps a kamandalu (water pot), representing purity and sustenance. He is adorned with a jatamukuta (crown of matted hair) and jewellery. His long eyes, straight nose, and full lips convey a sense of timeless grace, while his long beard adds to his aura. Bare-chested, Brahma wears a broad yajnopavita (sacred thread), symbolizing his connection to spiritual and ritualistic wisdom.
The shikhara (superstructure) stands as a fusion of architectural elements, where a towering vertical spire intertwines with the half spires and the miniature spires. The central offset is embellished with the surasenaka (pediment made of chaitya dormer), crowned by a kirtimukha (face of glory) at its zenith.
The kumbha (pot) moulding of the vedibandha (basal mouldings) of the Hazareshwar Temple is notable for its depiction of divine figures in the niches, showcasing various gods and goddesses. In the provided image, one can observe Kubera, depicted seated and with four arms. He holds a money bag in his upper arms and a kamandalu (water pot) in his lower left. The top of the kumbha features a carved chaitya (dormer window) arch, a motif commonly found on the moulding of kapotapalika (cyma recta).
The antarala (vestibule) of the Hazareshwar Temple is shallow and minimalistic, with no decoration except for the floor. Here, a moonstone serves as a stepping stone, leading to the threshold of the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum).
The main deity presides in the form of a linga in the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum) of the Hazareshwar Temple. The Shiva linga (aniconic representation of Shiva) is adorned with hazar or hundreds of miniature lingas. As a living temple, it reverberates with daily rituals of worship and offerings.
The southwest elevation view of the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum) of the Hazareshwar Temple offers a glimpse of the vertical axis, where every detail is meticulously crafted. As one observes this sacred space from behind, a sense of reverence envelops the observer, drawn to the harmonious alignment of architectural elements ascending skyward. Each component of the temple’s adornment, from the intricately carved walls to the tapering shikhara (superstructure), contributes to the overall beauty and structure of the temple.
From the entrance of the Bijolia temple complex, both the Mahakal Temple and the Hazareshwar Temple are visible. The Hazareshwar Temple, facing east, reveals its rear facade, while the Mahakal Temple, oriented westward, presents its entrance to those arriving in the complex.
The Hazareshwar Temple is a small structure, in contrast to the Mahakal and Undeshwar temples, with a mandapa (pillared hall), antarala (vestibule), and garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum).
A closer examination of the front pillar of the mandapa (pillared hall) reveals a male deity adorning its surface. Poised upon a lotus, he stands with a serene countenance and is depicted with two arms. In his right hand, he holds a dagger, while his left-hand lifts a bowl to his lips. Adorned with serpents as jewellery, these creatures coil around his neck, waist, and ankles, adding a mystical allure to his presence.
The Hazareshwar Temple can be entered from the eastern side through the mandapa (pillared hall), which is a small, square, open hall resting on a low base.