Interesting facts about Konark Sun Temple
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Interesting facts about Konark Sun Temple
There is no doubt that there are millions of temples, big and small, in India. These temples are dedicated to Hindu deities like Shiva, Vishnu, Durga, and Rama to name a few. But, did you know that there are only a handful of temples in India dedicated to Surya, the sun-god?
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Konark Sun Temple, located in the town of Konark in Puri district in Odisha, is one of these few sun temples in India. Here, check out some of the most interesting facts about this temple.
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Location
Konark Sun Temple is located on the eastern coast of India in Puri, Odisha. It is about 65 km from the capital city of Bhubaneswar.
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Heritage site of global importance
Konark Sun Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its exquisite architecture and intricate stone carvings. It is one of the most impressive temples in India where architecture is concerned.
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Temple deity
The temple is dedicated to the sun god, also known as Surya. Surprisingly, sun temples are not as popular as other temples in India, but they are of great cultural and religious significance. Some of the most significant sun temples in India are the Konark Sun Temple in Odisha, Modhera Sun Temple in Gujarat, and Martand Sun Temple in Kashmir.
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Architectural marvel
The temple is in the shape of a chariot, with exquisitely carved wheels and galloping horses. The temple's architecture is an excellent example of the Kalinga style of architecture. The temple also features elaborate stone carvings depicting scenes from Hindu mythology.
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Astronomy at Konark
The first rays of the sun fall on the temple’s main entrance, and it’s interesting to know that the iconic wheel also works as a sundial. Also, it tells the exact time.
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