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Sun Temple, Konarak - Puri, Orissa

Sun Temple, on the shores of the Bay of Bengal, bathed in the rays of the rising sun.

The temple at Konarak is a monumental representation of the sun god Surya's chariot; its 24 wheels are decorated with symbolic designs and it is led by a team of six horses.

Built in the 13th century, it is one of India's most famous Brahman sanctuaries.

Since 1984, the Sun Temple of Konarak has been identified as UNESCO World Heritage Site.