The SUN Temple in Modhera, Gujarat, India
- Sun Temple at Modhera - Architectural Marvel of the Solankis.
- The Sun Temple at Modhera is an architectural marvel. It was built in the Mara-Gurjara or Chalukya style.
- The Temple complex consists of three axially aligned components - the garbhagriha (Sanctum Sanctorum) in a hall (gudha mandapa), the assembly hall (Sabha mandapa or Ranga Mandapa) and a sacred reservoir (kunda). The sabhamandapa is not in continuation with gudhamandapa but is placed little away as a separate structure.
Sun Temple at Modhera - Architectural Marvel of the Solankis
- The Sun Temple in Modhera, Gujarat is situated along the banks of the River Pushpavati.
- Built in 950-1300 CE, its design is based on Vastu & Shilpa shastras. It is an ancient temple reflecting India’s culture.
