Martand Sun Temple
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Ruins of a grand 8th-century temple to the Sun God on a plateau near Anantnag, built by King Lalitaditya Muktapida.
MonumentNear Mattan, Anantnag districtBest time to visit: April to October
Highlights
- Massive limestone walls and a colonnaded courtyard with many small cells
- Trefoil arches and carved panels in the Kashmiri temple style
- Wide views over the Kashmir valley
Significance
Built in the Karkota period, Martand is one of the finest examples of early Kashmiri temple architecture. It is a monument of national importance protected by the Archaeological Survey of India.