1.Konark Sun Temple. Recognized globally as UNESCO World Heritage Site, the 13th century Konark Sun Temple constructed in the form of a giant chariot pulled by horses honors Surya, the Sun God ...

History has it that the Temple was erected just on the seashore as a gigantic chariot of Surya, the Sun God, to commemorate a military victory by the Ganga dynasty King, Narasimhadeva.

A MASTERPIECE OF THE 13TH CENTURY. Built around 1244â 1255 CE by King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty, the Sun ...

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.

The Konark Temple is dedicated to the Sun God, Lord Surya and was built in the 13th century. The structure of this temple resembles a chariot, a three-tier structure pulled by seven horses and is ...

Konark Sun Temple is a 13th century Temple also known as the Black Pagoda built at Konark, in Odisha, India. It was built by king Narasimha Deva of Eastern Ganga Dynasty around 1250.

Dedicated to Shiva, the Lingaraja Temple is one of the oldest temples in Bhubaneswar. 01 Jun, 2023. ... Dedicated to Hindu Sun God Surya, Konark Sun Temple is a famous temple in Odisha.

Located in Konark, Odisha, India, this awe-inspiring temple is dedicated to the Sun God, Surya. While many are familiar with its grandeur, there are several lesser-known facts that make the Konark ...

Konark to transform into ‘Surya Nagri’ The Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) on Wednesday announced a scheme for complete solarisation of Sun temple and the entire Konark town.

Sun Temple at Odisha’s Konark reopens for visitors after 5 months. THE ASIAN AGE. | AKSHAYA KUMAR SAHOO. Published : Sep 2, 2020, 12:14 pm IST Updated : Sep 2, 2020, 12:14 pm IST ...