Chhayadevi Temple ଛାୟାଦେବୀ ମନ୍ଦିର

Tourist Diary 13 months ago

Konark Sun Temple is one of the most iconic and beautiful landmarks in Odisha. Located in the small town of Konark, the temple is dedicated to the Hindu deity, Surya. Built in the 13th century, the temple is a magnificent example of Orissan temple architecture and art. It is situated at a distance of 35 km northeast of Puri and 65km Southeast of Bhubaneswar.

The temple complex is constructed in the form of a giant chariot, with 24 wheels and seven horses, and is believed to be the largest in India. The temple is also known as the "Black Pagoda" because of its dark sandstone exterior.
The temple is an impressive sight to behold, with intricate carvings decorating the walls and pillars of the main shrine. The walls of the temple are adorned with sculptures of gods and goddesses, mythical creatures, and scenes from the Ramayana and Mahabharata. One of the most impressive sculptures is the 12-foot-high figure of the Sun God, Surya, riding a chariot.
The temple also has a number of smaller shrines dedicated to various Hindu gods and goddesses. Inside the temple complex, there is an open-air theater and a museum, showcasing various artifacts from the temple's history.
Visiting the temple is a truly unforgettable experience.

Sourabh Raysarkar 10 months ago

Chhaya Devi is the wife of Surya Dev. She is the Mother of Shani Dev. She loved very much Shani Dev. She had a daughter named Bhadra. Chhaya Devi was very loving and caring mother. She was also the step mother of Yam Dev and Devi Yamuna. She suffered a lot in her life. I love her so much ❤❤❤????????????

Sumanta Sadhu 82 months ago

The Sun Temple complex also contains remains of several other temples and structures. The most notable among them is the temple of Chaya (shadow) Devi, consort of the Sun. The richly decorated walls are all that remain of this small but elegant temple. There are beautiful images of horses, elephants, lions scattered all over the complex.