The Konark Sun Temple is being seen in Konark, Odisha, on February 24, 2024. This 13th-century CE Sun temple, dedicated to the Hindu Sun God Surya, is located about 35 kilometers northeast of Puri city on the coastline in Puri district, Odisha, India. The remaining structure of the temple complex resembles a 100-foot (30 m) high chariot with immense wheels and horses, all intricately carved from stone. Although once standing over 200 feet high, much of the temple is now in ruins, particularly the large shikara tower over the sanctuary, which used to rise much higher than the mandapa that still stands today. (Photo by Debarchan Chatterjee/NurPhoto) (Photo by Debarchan Chatterjee / NurPhoto / NurPhoto via AFP)