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Modhera Sun Temple: Solanki Architecture by anuj seth is a document available to read on EtoBox.

The Temple of the Sun in Modhera, India is dedicated to the Sun God Surya. Built in 1026-27 AD under the Solanki dynasty, it is considered one of the finest examples of Indian temple architecture of the period. The temple complex includes a large sacred pool called the Surya Kunda, and the main temple which is divided into a pillared hall and inner sanctuary. Though now in ruins, the temple was beautifully carved both inside and out, and was designed so that sunlight would illuminate the image of Surya at t

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anuj seth

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