Sun Temple, Konark, India - UNESCO World Heritage Site

 Place: Sun Temple, Konark, India

Weather: Mostly sunny skies, 75/90F.

Route: From Kolkata 498 km SW on NH16.

Significance: This is a Hindu temple to the sun god Surya. In Hindu scriptures Surya (the sun) crosses the sky in a chariot. This temple has horses at the front and wheels, an artistic representation of the Hindu story. It was built in the 13th century, likely in celebration of military victories.

Website: UNESCO World Heritage Site

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Sun Temple (from whc.unesco.org)

Horses on the front - the whole temple is supposed to be a chariot (from whc.unesco.org)