Sun Temple Jharkhand
Known for its unique architecture, the Surya Temple has become one of the most popular places to visit in Ranchi. Shaped like an 18-wheeled giant chariot driven by seven horses and surrounded by lush greenery, the temple is not just a sight to behold, but also an ideal spot to catch some downtime (because we all deserve a little breather).
Not to mention the intricate sculptures of Gods and Goddesses that add to its whimsical charm. It also sports a beautiful pond where you can take a dip before offering your prayers. A perfect example of the typical Sun Temple architecture, this hilltop temple is worth a visit. Even the road that leads to the temple is picturesque, offering glimpses of the Chhota Nagpur Plateau region.
Significance of the Sun Temple
The Sun Temple is very much a newly built monument in Jharkhand. It is built around the sacred pond favoring the Chhathavratis in the Chhota Nagpur Plateau region. The structure of the temple has been designed with elegance. The temple complex has the shape of a big chariot with eighteen wheels and seven lifelike horses that seem to be ready to take off for the journey.
The temple is constructed by a charitable trust named Sanskrit Vihar which is under the leadership of Shri Ram Maroo, the managing director of Ranchi Express. Devotees who visit the Sun temple get mesmerized not only by its beauty but also by the exquisite surrounding which adds glow to its lavish design.
A unique feature of this shrine is that it is designed in the form of a huge chariot with richly decorated 18 wheels (nine on each side) and seven life-like horses in the model ready to take off. There is a pond in the temple premises, which serves as a sacred place for Chhathavratis (devotees taking part in the festival of Chhath.) The temple is ideally constructed away from the hustle and bustle of the crowded and noisy city amidst the beauty of nature.
Architecture of The Sun Temple
The Temple is constructed in the form of a huge chariot and On both sides of which 9-9 wheels are attached. Along with this, seven mighty horses have been made to pull that chariot, The temple also has other deities including Shiva, Parvati, and Ganesha.
One of the best things about this temple’s architectural design is that the sun’s rays directly enter through the window due to this reason, there is a wonderful view inside the temple.
When is the Surya Mandir Mela held?
A historical tusu fair is organized every year on 25 and 26 January in the Bundu Sun Temple. This fair has been held for the last 25 years on the occasion of the end of Makar Sankranti. People come from far and wide to see the fair.
In this fair, many items used in everyday life are found, such as embroidery, swords, blankets, etc., and big swings, dance, ghost house, and other multiple means of entertainment for kids and adults in the fair.
Apart from Surya Mela, Chhath Mela is also held here on the auspicious occasion of Chhath Mahaparva because there is a pond near the temple of Surya Sarovar,
and so on the auspicious occasion of Chhath Mahaparv in this pond, many devotees offer Arghya to the Surya Bhagavan in this pond.
There is a lot of crowds in Chhath Puja, devotees from the surrounding area come to offer Arghya to the Sun God and a rest house has also been built here for the night’s rest.
