Modhera

The Sun Temple of Modhera was built in 11th century AD during the reign of Solanki ruler Bhimadeva-1. This temple is located in Bechraji taluka of Mehsana district of Gujarat, India. The main entrance of the temple faces East and is approached through a water tank which has a series of steps on all four sides. This step well has 108 small temples of various Hindu deities. The inner and outer walls of the temple structure is decorated with intricate stone sculptures of deities, dancing Apsaras, musicians, stories from Ramayan and Mahabharat. Nothing is better than a visit during sunrise when the Sun God blesses the temple with his first golden rays!

Rani Ki Vav was built in 11th century AD by Rani Udaymati, the Queen of Bhimadeva-1. It is located about 40 kms north of Modhera in Patan, Gujarat. This magnificent link to our history was buried for centuries and was excavated only in 1960. This is a treasure of beautiful carvings and step wells spread over a huge structure which is 64 mts long, 20 mts wide and 27 mts deep. In 2014, UNESCO declared it as a World Heritage Monument. It is indeed the Queen of step wells in India!

13 thoughts on “Modhera

  1. The cover picture is a master piece in it self and it shows the idea of its origin. First sun ray should touch the temple and this is captured. simply divine click.

  2. Appears highly skilled and professional photography.
    Great job.
    Congratulations Vivek.

    A S Pradhan

  3. Appears highly skilled and professional photography.
    Great job.
    Congratulations Vivek.

    A S Pradhan

  4. Amazing great indian culture, its amazing monuments and equally amazing Vivek’s photography.

  5. Wow!!! We as a country has so much to offer the world. Before that we first need to be aware of our heritage n culture.. Incredible India!!!

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