Historical Background : Built in the 13th century by King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty, located in Konark, Odisha.
Architectural Design : The temple resembles a grand stone chariot with 12 pairs of elaborately carved wheels, representing the chariot of the Sun God.
Astronomical Significance : Oriented to catch the first sunlight, symbolizing advanced ancient Indian knowledge in astronomy
Historical Background : Built in the 13th century by King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty, located in Konark, Odisha.
Architectural Design : The temple resembles a grand stone chariot with 12 pairs of elaborately carved wheels, representing the chariot of the Sun God.
Astronomical Significance : Oriented to catch the first sunlight, symbolizing advanced ancient Indian knowledge in astronomy