Surya Dev idol behind the Southern Nandi Shrine in Hoysaleswara Temple, also seen are two consorts, Ushas (Goddess of Dawn) and Chhaya (Goddess of Shadow) at the bottom. The sun has been worshipped as the ultimate source of energy since time immemorial and across civilizations. The most famous temples dedicated to Sun God are one located in Konark, Odisha; Modhera, Gujarat; Deo, Bihar and Anantnag, J&K and many more across the bharat and recovered idols in museums.
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