Sculpture of Surya, the Sun god, at Hoysaleswara Temple, Halebidu, Karnataka. This 12th-century masterpiece showcases intricate Hoysala craftsmanship.

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Majestically standing on a pedestal is Surya holding a lotus flower in each hand and is accompanied by his consorts Ushas (Goddess of Dawn) and Chhaya (Goddess of Shadow) at the bottom. Below the pedestal is a seven-horse chariot driven by Aruna, Surya’s sarathi (charioteer).

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Size: 3456px × 4608px
Location: Hoysaleswara temple , Halebidu, Hassan District of Karnataka state, India
Photo credit: © Vamshi Krishna / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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