The Sun Temple, Modhera, Gujarat, 1200+ years old
Though overshadowed by the more famous Sun temple of Konark, Orissa, the Sun temple of Modhera is a sight to behold. Located in Modhera village in Mehsana district of Gujarat, it is needless to say that this temple is dedicated to the Hindu Deity Surya, the Sun God.
The temple complex is a masonry masterpiece of the Solanki dynasty. Constructed under the aegis of King Bhimdev-I, around 1027 AD, the temple complex is echoed to perfection with patterns and engravings of Gods, Goddesses, daily life along with birds, beasts and flowers. Being a monument of national importance, it is protected by the Archeological Survey of India.
Chennakesava Temple, Karnataka, 1000 years old
Constructed by Dandanayaka Somanatha under King Narasimha III in the 13th Century, the Trikuta (three-shrined structure) temple was constructed in a 16-point star shaped plan. Dedicated to three forms of Vishnu, the temple has innumerable intricately carved depictions of Hindu mythology, the epics Ramayana and Mahabharata, various Hindu deities along with depictions from the life of Shri Krishna. The temple is protected by the Archaeological Survey of India.
Hoysaleshwara Temple, Halebidu, Karnataka, 1000 years old
Located in the former capital of the Hoysala Empire, The Hoysaleshwara temple of Halebidu Town in Hassan district of Karnataka, is dedicated to Shiva. Sometimes referred to as the Halebidu temple, it is the largest monument in Halebidu town. Constructed between 1121 CE and 1160 CE, the temple is made out of Soapstone by Ketamalla on the orders of King Vishnuvardhana.
Kedareshwara Temple, Halebidu, Karnataka, 1000 years old
Constructed by the Hoysala King Veera Ballala II and his queen Ketaladevi, the Kedareshwara temple is another archaeological masterpiece in the town of Halebidu in Karnataka. Made out of Soapstone before 1219 AD, this Trikuta (three-shrined structure) temple is dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. It is protected by the Archaeological Survey of India.
Shree Kopeshwar Temple, Khidrapur, Maharashtra, 1000 years old
Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple, TN, 1500+ years old
Located on the banks of the Vegavathi river, the Kanchi Kailasanathar temple is the oldest structure in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu. Built around 700 CE by Pallava dynasty ruler Narasimhavarman II, the temple is almost completely carved out of sandstone. Consisting of numerous shrines, the temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, and is brimming with innumerable astounding sculptures pf various form of Lord Shiva, numerous depictions of Lord Shiva dancing along with some very magnificent lions.
Meenakshi Temple is not only one of the oldest temples in India but also one of the biggest temple complexes in Asia build by Pandya Dynasty. Pandyans Rock cut and structural temples are significant part of Pandyan Architecture. Dedicated to the goddess Meenakshi, an avatar of deity Parvati, this temple is like another city within the city of Madurai. This 16th-century temple was one of the adversaries in the top 30 nominations for the new Seven Wonders of the World.
2500 years old, this temple complex is spread over 17 acres with 4 different entrances. There are 14 Gopurams (gateway towers) that are 45-50m in height.
Kumakonam, Tamilnadu, 1200+ years Old
This temple contains what might be the world's oldest optical illusion.
Konark Sun Temple, Odiham
800+ years old
Kailash Temple, Maharashtra
Apartfrom this, I have to write not another blog but the series of blogs for the unique example of Hindu Architecture
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