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Martand Sun Temple
33.7456° N, 75.2203° E
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Martand Sun Temple is a Hindu temple located near the city of Anantnag in the Kashmir Valley of Jammu and Kashmir (union territory), India. It dates back to the eighth century CE and was dedicated to Surya, the chief solar deity in Hinduism; Surya is also known by the Sanskrit-language synonym Martand (मार्तण्ड, Mārtaṇḍa). The temple was destroyed by Sikandar Shah Miri.
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Temple commissioned
8th century CE
Destruction attributed to Sikandar Shah Miri
1389–1413
Modern restoration initiative
March 2024
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