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INDIAS HERITAGE
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Andhra Pradesh
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Odisha
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West Bengal
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Rajasthan
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Detailed explanation-1: -Konark Sun Temple is a 13th-century CE (year 1250) Sun temple at Konark about 35 kilometres (22 mi) northeast from Puri city on the coastline in Puri district, Odisha, India.
Detailed explanation-2: -Note: The Konark temple comes under the category of Kalinga School of Indian temples. It is derived to Surya who is regarded as Sun God. It was built by the Eastern Ganga dynasty ruler, Narasimhadeva I. It was built in 1250 AD.
Detailed explanation-3: -Why is Sun temple famous? A: A UNESCO World Heritage site, Konark Sun Temple is famous for its unique architecture. Its geometrical patterns and carved wheels used to serve as sun dials. One can witness three images of Sun God at three directions to catch the rays of the Sun at dawn, noon and sunset.
Detailed explanation-4: -On the shores of the Bay of Bengal, bathed in the rays of the rising sun, the temple at Konarak is a monumental representation of the sun god Surya’s chariot; its 24 wheels are decorated with symbolic designs and it is led by a team of six horses.