Ranakpur is widely known for its marble Jain temple, and for a much older Sun Temple which lies 300 meters away from the Jain Temple.
It was built around the 13th century and renovated in the 15th century. Built of white lime stone in the classic Nagara style, the temple shows a profusion of intricate sculptural work.
It consists of a sanctum crowned with Shikhara and an octagonal mandapam which has six verandas. Exterior of the sanctum contains the sculptures of Sun God seated on a chariot.
It was built around the 13th century and renovated in the 15th century. Built of white lime stone in the classic Nagara style, the temple shows a profusion of intricate sculptural work.
It consists of a sanctum crowned with Shikhara and an octagonal mandapam which has six verandas. Exterior of the sanctum contains the sculptures of Sun God seated on a chariot.
27 comments:
Beautiful captured
Nice archeological site. Still very well maintained as i can see the horse statue probably you mentioned that too as sun god chariot. Thanks for sharing.
Beautiful temple perfect against the gray skies!! Have a great weekend, Rajesh!!
Such interesting photo's. beautiful.
Such beautiful temples you have ~ gorgeous shots ~ thanks, ^_^
artmusedog and carol (A Creative Harbor)
It must have been a fabulous time during those eras when these temples and other were in their heydays.
Truly amazing to think this goes back to the 13th century! Great photos.
Impressive carvings! :-)
Beautiful monument Rajesh... I guess any sun temple is a beauty!
Wonderful shots!
The stonework looks very intricate and detailed. Nice shots!
This is a very beautiful temple. I really like the details you've shown.
Gorgeous shots!! I have heard about this temple...now, I want to visit this place.
Thanks for sharing, Rajesh.
I think these temples are very beautiful. I am still amazed at how long they have lasted
Around here 200 years old is OLD! Amazing.
Tom The Backroads Taveller
Your temples are so beautiful. Icredible craftsmanship in all their detail.
Very delicate carvings here.
it's such an adventure to view your lovely photos! Thanks!
India keep me drool of its architectural treasure.
LOVE this...
The shadows almost seem to be etched in the stone!
Shadowy Flower
another beautiful building.
Amazing how well the white limestone has held the detail of the intricate carvings over time. An unusual, appealing design.
Beautiful and beautifully captured!
Beautiful captured.........
nice shots
Beautiful carvings ...
Great Shot.. Managed to get a good day
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