Why is in news? PM visits Surya Mandir in Modhera, Gujarat
The Sun Temple is a Hindtemple dedicated to the solar deity Surya located at Modhera village of Mehsana district, Gujarat, India.
It is situated on the bank of the river Pushpavati.
It was built after 1026-27 CE during the reign of Bhima I of the Chaulukya dynasty.
No worship is offered now and is protected monument maintained by Archaeological Survey of India.
The temple complex has three components: Gudhamandapa, the shrine hall; Sabhamandapa, the assembly hall and Kunda, the reservoir.
The halls have intricately carved exterior and pillars.
The reservoir has steps to reach the bottom and numerous small shrines.
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