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 ...

I magine a 100-foot high chariot with 24 wheels — each 12 foot in diameter — being pulled by seven horses! Yes, we are talking of the Sun Temple at Konark, Odisha. In the late 17th century, European ...

A Hindu deity described in the Vedas and Puranas, Surya refers to the Sun as well as a conflation of several solar deities embodying various qualities. These include Savitr (‘stimulator of ...

The list includes: Dedicated to Surya (Sun God) and his sister Chhathi Maiya ... The name "Ratha Saptami" translates to "Seventh Day of the Chariot," representing Lord Surya's chariot drawn ...

Over the years, Charminar has become a global icon for Hyderabad. The monument whose name means four pillars was built as a ...

Designed as a massive chariot dedicated to the Sun God, it is famous for its detailed carvings and unique Kalinga-style architecture. Recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984 ...