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The Martand Sun Temple is a Kashmiri Hindu temple built on top of a plateau from where one can view the whole of the Kashmir Valley. It has been preserved as a monument of national importance by the department of archaeology. Watch this video to know more about this marvelous ancient creation.
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1 Martand Sun Temple or Martandeshwari is the largest Hindu temple in Kashmir, which is situated in the village of Mattan.
2 Built in the 8th century by Karkota Dynasty, the temple is famous as an architectural achievement of Kashmir's ancient heritage.
3 Dedicated to Hindu Sun God called Martand (Surya), it has been identified as a pilgrimage site built before a long lost royal palace.
4 The historians claim that the original temple was constructed of neatly carved ashlar (square-cut stonework) slabs of Devari limestone.
5 The shrine was built in such a way that the sunlight divinely falls on the main idol throughout the day.
6 Being the only Sun Temple in Kashmir Valley, this wonder is presently in ruined condition.
7 The temple was destroyed in the early 15th century on the orders of Muslim ruler Sikandar Butshikan.
8 Ever since then, it stands in ruins and yet, the detailed carvings of ancient times are clearly visible on the remains of its structure.
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1 Martand Sun Temple or Martandeshwari is the largest Hindu temple in Kashmir, which is situated in the village of Mattan.
2 Built in the 8th century by Karkota Dynasty, the temple is famous as an architectural achievement of Kashmir's ancient heritage.
3 Dedicated to Hindu Sun God called Martand (Surya), it has been identified as a pilgrimage site built before a long lost royal palace.
4 The historians claim that the original temple was constructed of neatly carved ashlar (square-cut stonework) slabs of Devari limestone.
5 The shrine was built in such a way that the sunlight divinely falls on the main idol throughout the day.
6 Being the only Sun Temple in Kashmir Valley, this wonder is presently in ruined condition.
7 The temple was destroyed in the early 15th century on the orders of Muslim ruler Sikandar Butshikan.
8 Ever since then, it stands in ruins and yet, the detailed carvings of ancient times are clearly visible on the remains of its structure.
9 To enjoy more such videos on Indian ancient temples and other remarkable monuments stay tuned with Artha Channel.
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