Local lore has it that yoginis descend upon the Chausath Yogini temple after sundown. Yoginis in tantric tradition connote feminine spirits, but in modern times they have assumed a ghostly, even voodoo character, and are much feared. The Chausath Yogini temple — named after the 64 yoginis — predates the Sun Temple at Konark. The 64 yoginis also represent the 64 kalas or the arts. The 64 yoginis also represent the 64 kalas or the arts.

Source: The Telegraph February 16, 2019 21:11 UTC