PDF The Formation of the Mughal Empire by Douglas E. Streusand in History

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Built in the thirteenth century on the shores of the Bay of Bengal; the sun temple Konarak is one of India's most famous Brahman sanctuaries. This book provides a rich descriptive account of this treasured example of the Orissan style of temple architecture. Placing Konarak in its historical context; Thomas Donaldson proceeds to discuss the architectural and sculptural details of the primary temple and the adjoining shrines.