Konark sun temple also called as surya deula,is a 13 century CE sun temple at Konark about thirty-five kilometer es northeast from puri on the coastline of Odisha.the temple is dedicated to Hindu lord Surya.The temple was built by king Narasimhadeva 1 of eastern ganga dynasty in 1250ce.It is a 100 feet chariot with 24 wheels and horses,all carved from stone.The large shikhara has fallen over the past year and the temple is now a ruined structure.The structure and elements that have survived are famed for its intricate artwork,iconography and themes including the erotic kama and mithuna scenes.It is a classic illustration of the orissan style of Hindu temple architecture.The cause of the ruin of the konark temple is unclear , disputed and a source of controversy.Apart , from that the temple is a beautiful piece of artwork , surrounded with a garden.
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