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• Modhera Sun Temple, located in the state of Gujarat, India, is a masterpiece of Hindu temple architecture.
• The temple was built in the 11th century by King Bhimdev I of the Solanki dynasty and is dedicated to Surya, the Hindu Sun God.
• Known for its exquisite and intricate carvings, elaborate sculptures, and impressive stone masonry.
• The temple follows the Maru-Gurjara architectural style, characterized by intricate geometric patterns and finely carved motifs.
• Consists of three main components: the main temple or the sanctum sanctorum, the Sabha Mandap or assembly hall, and the Surya Kund or stepped tank used for religious rituals.
• It is designed in such a way that the first rays of the rising sun illuminate the main sanctum directly, symbolizing the sun god's blessings and power.
• Also famous for the annual Modhera Dance Festival, held during January, which showcases classical dance forms of India against the backdrop of the temple's majestic architecture.
• Modhera Sun Temple has been placed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site Tentative list (2022), highlighting its cultural and historical significance.
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