Sun Temple Gwalior
सूर्य मंदिर
A modern temple of red sandstone built by the Birla family in 1988, modeled on the Konark Sun Temple and shaped like the chariot of the sun god.
The Sun Temple lies in the Morar area and was completed in 1988 by the Birla family. Its design follows the Konark Sun Temple in Odisha and is built of red sandstone and white marble. Its base is carved with wheels and galloping horses, resembling the chariot of Surya, the sun god. The grounds are neat and well kept, making this a good place for an evening stroll and photos. Entry is free, photography inside the temple is prohibited, and tuk-tuks can take you there from the surrounding area.
Opening hours
Approx. 06:00–12:00 and 14:00–20:00
Nearby sights
- Tomb of Tansen & Mohammad Ghaus
- Gujari Mahal Archaeological Museum
- Chaturbhuj Temple
- Man Mandir Palace
- Sas-Bahu Temples
- Gwalior Fort
- Gurudwara Data Bandi Chhor Sahib
- Siddhachal Caves