Martand Sun Temple

The Martand Sun Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to the Sun god, Surya. It is located in the Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir, India. The temple was built in the 8th century AD by the king Lalitaditya Muktapida. The temple is made of red sandstone and is in the shape of a chariot, with its seven horses carved in marble. The temple has been damaged and rebuilt a number of times over the centuries.

The Martand Sun Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Surya, the god of the sun, located in the town of Mattan in Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir, India. The temple was built in the 8th century CE by the King Lalitaditya Muktapida. The temple is made of a central shrine surrounded by a colonnade of 52 pillars, a circumambulatory path, and a large courtyard. The temple is notable for its beautiful carvings and for its unique style which combines elements of Kashmiri, Gupta, and Dravidian architecture.

Some tips for visiting Martand Sun Temple would include ensuring that you are dressed modestly, as it is a religious site. You should also avoid bringing any food or drink into the temple complex.

The nearest railway station to Martand Sun Temple is Anantnag railway station which is around 16 km away. Anantnag railway station is well connected to major cities in India such as Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, and Agra. There are also buses available from Jammu Tawi railway station to Anantnag railway station. Jammu Tawi railway station is around 290 km away from Martand Sun Temple.