As per legend, linga, the symbol of Shiva was established as the central icon by the god Rama.
The festival of Sankranti Somavar is celebrated with great fervor in the temple.
Devotees believe that the darshan (holy sight) of the linga can cure disease.
The utsava murti (festival icon) of Lokanatha is kept inside the Jagannath temple, Puri.
[1] Shivaratri and Mondays especially of the month of Vaishakha, Shraavana and Kartika.