The Martand Sun Temple is a Kashmiri Hindu temple built on top of a plateau from where one can view the whole of the Kashmir Valley. It has been preserved as a monument of national importance by the department of archaeology. Watch this video to know more about this marvelous ancient creation. <br /><br />Don't forget to Share, Like & Comment on this video<br /><br />Subscribe Our Channel Artha : https://goo.gl/22PtcY <br /><br />1 Martand Sun Temple or Martandeshwari is the largest Hindu temple in Kashmir, which is situated in the village of Mattan. <br /> <br />2 Built in the 8th century by Karkota Dynasty, the temple is famous as an architectural achievement of Kashmir's ancient heritage. <br /> <br />3 Dedicated to Hindu Sun God called Martand (Surya), it has been identified as a pilgrimage site built before a long lost royal palace. <br /> <br />4 The historians claim that the original temple was constructed of neatly carved ashlar (square-cut stonework) slabs of Devari limestone. <br /> <br />5 The shrine was built in such a way that the sunlight divinely falls on the main idol throughout the day. <br /> <br />6 Being the only Sun Temple in Kashmir Valley, this wonder is presently in ruined condition.<br /> <br />7 The temple was destroyed in the early 15th century on the orders of Muslim ruler Sikandar Butshikan. <br /> <br />8 Ever since then, it stands in ruins and yet, the detailed carvings of ancient times are clearly visible on the remains of its structure. <br /> <br />9 To enjoy more such videos on Indian ancient temples and other remarkable monuments stay tuned with Artha Channel.<br /><br />Like us @ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ArthaChannel/ <br />Check us out on Google Plus - https://goo.gl/6qG2sv <br />Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/ArthaChannel <br />Follow us on Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/arthachannel/ <br />Follow us on Pinterest - https://in.pinterest.com/channelartha/ <br />Follow us on Tumblr - https://www.tumblr.com/blog/arthachannel
