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Surya Konark

Sun God of Konark

परंपरा · Hindu

काल · 13th century CE

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Historical Period13c CE

13th century CE

3000 BCE13th century CEPresent

Sacred Facts · At a Glance

Gender: male
Element: fire

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Surya Konark

Sun God of Konark

Overview

The Surya temple at Konark is one of the most magnificent sun temples in India, built in the 13th century.

Key Facts

State: Odisha
District: Puri
Main Temple: Sun Temple, Konark (13th century CE)
Festival: Sun Festival

Architecture

Built in the form of a massive chariot
12 pairs of elaborately carved wheels

Source: Temple records

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Surya Konark

Sun God of Konark

Overview

Key Facts

Architecture

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