Konark Sun Temple, also known as the Black Pagoda or Surya Deula, is situated in Odisha, India. Built-in the 13th century by King Narasimhadeva I of the Ganga Dynasty, it stands as an epitome of Kalingan architecture. The temple's intricate carvings display its sculptural magnificence; it even features a wheel with 24 spokes representing hours in a day that works like a sundial during equinoxes. . However, much tragedy lies behind this splendid monument.The conquest and eventual sacking of Konark Sun Temple by Islamic forces in the 15th century led to severe damage and destruction of many Hindu temples including this architectural wonder. As per historical accounts and legends passed down through generations, fearsome invaders descended upon Konark during their marauding campaigns across eastern India and proceeded to ransack every inch they could find within these sanctified walls - smashing statues into pieces with brutal force and setting ablaze everything else they deemed sacrilegious or valuable. With each hit against stone deities and ritually charged spaces . Some 2.5 million people visit this Timeless piece of architecture every year
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Konark Sun Temple, also known as the Black Pagoda or Surya Deula, is situated in Odisha, India. Built-in the 13th century by King Narasimhadeva I of the Ganga Dynasty, it stands as an epitome of Kalingan architecture. The temple's intricate carvings display its sculptural magnificence; it even features a wheel with 24 spokes representing hours in a day that works like a sundial during equinoxes.
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However, much tragedy lies behind this splendid monument.The conquest and eventual sacking of Konark Sun Temple by Islamic forces in the 15th century led to severe damage and destruction of many Hindu temples including this architectural wonder. As per historical accounts and legends passed down through generations, fearsome invaders descended upon Konark during their marauding campaigns across eastern India and proceeded to ransack every inch they could find within these sanctified walls - smashing statues into pieces with brutal force and setting ablaze everything else they deemed sacrilegious or valuable. With each hit against stone deities and ritually charged spaces
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Some 2.5 million people visit this Timeless piece of architecture every year
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