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	sun-temple-konarak.jpg[243×171] of Konark is dedicated to the sun God or Surya. It is a masterpiece of Orissa's medieval architecture. Sun temple has been declared a world heritage site by UNESCO. The Konark temple is widely known not only for its architectural grandeur but also for the intricacy and profusion of sculptural work. The entire temple has been conceived as a Publishing origin
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	konarak-wheel-of-sun-templ[290×219] Morning leave Bhubaneshwar for Puri. On the way to Puri we en-route Konark. We take you to the World Heritage Site of Sun temple. Observe the erotic sculptures ingrained Publishing origin
	konark-sun-temple.jpg[600×400] Even in its present state of ruins it stands as a architectural might. Konark Temple is given a place in World Heritage list. Pictures in Slideshow photo 1 : Konark (or Konarak) sun temple , picture 2 : Sun Temple in Orissa , photo 3 : Called as Black Pagoda , picture 4 : Temple of the sun god , photo 5 Publishing origin
	stone-wheel-sun-temple.jpg[243×171] afflicted by leprosy, brought about by his father's curse on him. After 12 years of penance, he was cured by Surya, the Sun God, in whose honour he built this temple. Architecture of the Temple The massive structure of the temple, now in ruins, sits in solitary splendor surrounded by the drifting sands. The entire temple has been Publishing origin
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