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INDIAN CULTURE
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Which among the following temples of India is known as Black Pagoda?
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Sun Temple, Konark
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Brihadeeswara Temple, Tanjore
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Lord Jagannath Temple, Puri
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Meenakshi Temple, Madurai
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The Sun Temple at Konark is also called the Black Pagoda. Ganga dynasty built the temple in the 13th Century. The temple was called the “Black Pagoda” in European sailor accounts as early as 1676 because its high tower appeared black.
Detailed explanation-2: -The 13th century Sun Temple at Konark also called as Black Pagoda’(Kaala Pagoda) was Built by King Narasimha Deva of the ganga Dynasty. It is also counted as one of the 7 wonders of india.
Detailed explanation-3: -Sun Temple, also called Surya Deula or Surya Deul, temple in Konark, Odisha state, India, that is dedicated to the Hindu sun god Surya. It was built in the 13th century.
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