Sri Surya Mandir is located at JhalraPatan, Jhalawar district of Rajasthan, India.This Hindu shrine is primarily dedicated to Lord Surya (the sun god).
This temple was constructed by Maharaja Nagbhatta II , Pratihar #Rajput in 813AD for propagating his religion and culture.
This temple was constructed by Maharaja Nagbhatta II , Pratihar #Rajput in 813AD for propagating his religion and culture.
The temple follows Pushti Marg traditions of worship.
The huge Sun Temple of Jhalrapatan is also known as Padmanathji Temple, Bada Mandir, 7 Saheliyon ka Mandir etc.The temple is built in Khajuraho and Konark style.
The huge Sun Temple of Jhalrapatan is also known as Padmanathji Temple, Bada Mandir, 7 Saheliyon ka Mandir etc.The temple is built in Khajuraho and Konark style.
This style was developed between the 10th to 13th century AD. This temple built in the chariot style reinforces this belief.
Lord Surya is seated on a chariot of seven horses. The foundation stone of the temple corresponds to a chariot carrying seven horses.
Lord Surya is seated on a chariot of seven horses. The foundation stone of the temple corresponds to a chariot carrying seven horses.
The visitors are amazed to see the peak culmination of architectural engravings in the shikhara pillars and sculptures inside the temple.
Lord Surya Narayana graces here as a four armed deity whose vigraha is made of white stone.
Lord Surya Narayana graces here as a four armed deity whose vigraha is made of white stone.
This vigraha of the Lord is so enchanting that it is considered as one of the best idols of Lord Surya ever made. It must also be noted that the temple is built in such a way that the first rays of the sun falls directly on the feet of Lord Surya Narayana.
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