Sun Temple, Konârak
World Heritage
India
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Bathed in the rays of the rising sun, the Konark Temple on the shores of the Bay of Bengal is a magnificent representation of the chariot of the sun god Surya; its 24 wheels are decorated with symbolic motifs and the horses are led by a team of six. Built in the 13th century, the temple is one of the most famous Brahmanical shrines in India.
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