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Today I will share you the story about Archaeological Museum (review), which is in the Modhera Sun Temple ground.
About Modhera Sun Temple Museum
The Archaeological Museum at the Sun Temple in Modhera is located just outside the temple complex. It houses a collection of intricate stone carvings and artifacts recovered from the site and surrounding areas. These exhibits offer visitors a deeper understanding of the temple’s history, architecture, and the Solanki dynasty that built it.
- The museum displays numerous intricately carved stone panels, sculptures of deities, and architectural fragments from the Sun Temple. These carvings showcase the exquisite craftsmanship and artistic style of the 11th century.
- Various artifacts discovered during archaeological excavations are exhibited, providing insights into the daily life, religious practices, and cultural heritage of the region during the temple’s active period.
- Some of the exhibits include large sculptures carved from single stones, demonstrating the remarkable skill of the artisans.
- The museum also houses rare artifacts, including sculptures crafted from multicolored rocks and stones, adding to the uniqueness of the collection.
- The museum helps visitors contextualize their visit to the Sun Temple by providing historical information about the temple’s construction, the Solanki dynasty, and the religious significance of sun worship.
Sign Board
Lord Ganesh - 16th - 17th Cent. A. D.
Lord Sun (Surya Bhagwan) - 11 Cent. A. D.
Kubera
Lord Chandra & Lord Bhairava
Goddess Parvati
Lord Shiva
Architecture, Sun Temple
Apsaras
Mahishasuramardini
Unknown
Indrani
Head of Lord Vishnu
Mithuna
Man Standing in Tribhanga
Bust of Lady
Keechak
Interpretation Center cum Museum, Sun Temple, Modhera
The Interpretation Centre cum Museum near the Sun Temple in Modhera, Gujarat, offers a fully air-conditioned facility with five display galleries exploring the history, architecture, and engineering concepts of the Sun Temple, including models and artifacts.
Features of Interpretation Center cum Museum, Sun Temple, Modhera
There is a fully air-conditioned Arka Kshetra here, which has five galleries showcasing the temple and the technology and engineering associated with it. There is a solar based vehicle charging station right in front of the museum. And Its wheelchair accessible.
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