UPSC Prelims 2017 Question:

Which of the following is/are famous for Sun temples?

1. Arasavalli 
2. Amarkantak
3. Omkareshwar
   
   

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Other famous Sun Temples in India:- 

• Sun Temple, Konark is a world heritage site and is located in Odisha. It was built in 13th Century CE, the temple is attributed to King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga dynasty. 
• Sun Temple, Modhera is situated on the bank of Pushpavati river in Mehsana district of Gujarat.It was built after 1026-27 CE during the reign of Bhima I of Chalukya dynasty.
• Sun Temple, Martand is situated in Jammu and Kashmir. It dates back to the eighth century CE, but the site is now in ruins as the temple was destroyed by Sikander Shah Miri.
• Balaji Sun Temple, Unnao is said to be from prehistoric times, built by the king of Datia. The river Pahooj flows around the temple.
• Sun Temple, Katarmal is a 9th-century temple built by Katarmalla, a Katyuri King, exhibiting the architectural style of ancient artisans. It is located in Uttarakhand.
• Surya Pahar Temple, Assam is situated close to the bank of Brahmaputra river, so it might have been an important trade centre in the past.
• Dakshinaarka Sun Temple, Gaya is an ancient Sun temple and has been mentioned in the epics.
• Suryanar Kovil, Kumbakonam is one of the nine Navagraha temples in Tamil Nadu.