The history of Jajpur district is Odisha 10th century when this region was under the rule of Keshri, the king caste of Somvanshi dynasty. Tells about the naming of Jajpur and its historical significance during the reign of Somvanshi and Bhuma dynasties. It was the royal capital of Odisha during the reign of Kesari dynasty. It is believed that the king of Somvanshi, Jajati, had ever performed a major yajna in the region by the name of Dashaswamedha. Jajpur is also mentioned in various stories of India including Baitarani Tirtha and Viraj. Ashtapitamahatmya, Tantrachintamani, Brahmanda Purana, Chaitanya-Charitamrit etc. It is ...