- The Sun Temple at Modhera is located in the village of Modhera in the Mehsana district of Gujarat, near Patan. - It was built in 1026-27 AD by King Bhimdev I of the Chaulukya dynasty. - The temple complex includes a Surya Kund (stepwell), a Sabha Mandap (assembly hall), and the main Garbhagriha (sanctum).
Which one of the following Sun Temples is located in Patan, Gujarat ?
Asked in RPSC RAS Prelims 2016 · Topic: Provincial Dynasty of North India and Deccan Province (Gujarat Sultanate (Muzaffarid dynasty))
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Answer: B. Modhera
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