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Sun is the life giving source of the entire solar system. Hence in astrology, it is treated as the supreme and King among all the planets or grahas. In Vedic astrology all celestial objects that affect human life is considered as a plant and hence Sun is also treated as a plant and not as a star. As it sits at the head of the solar system it is considered to be the most influential planet. The Sun is also one of the original Vedic triads who were worshipped since early ages. All life on this planet is dependent on the sun for survival and even the planetary forces act in line with the effects of the sun. Hence the Sun not only signifies power but also determines the future of all life and the outcome of every event to a great extent.  Influence of the Sun Sun-Surya The rays of the sun are not only the life-force of the planet and the living beings, but also impact the innermost core of all humans. So it is often termed as the influencer of the soul of all beings. In the human

There are 2  Su n Temples in India – first one in Konark and then the other one is Modhera Sun Temple. Modhera Sun Temple which is situated on the banks of river Pushpavati is believed to be built around 1026-27 CE during the rule of Rajput King Bhimdev Solanki of the Chalukya dynasty.The temple is built on 23.6 degrees latitude (from where the Tropic of Cancer passes). Patan – which is a city 32 km from Modhera, Gujarat, was the then capital city however this temple was built in Modhera keeping in mind it’s location ie the Tropic of Cancer. The artisans who built it came from Sompura, Rajasthan and it took 40 yrs to build. The stones were brought from a city 110 km far from this village. Modhera Sun Temple carving Carving on a sandstone is very difficult however this temple has carvings as deep as 1.5 ft. It is built with 2 diff interlock systems called pillar and platform interlock systems. One is through 4-5 parts joint through the male-female interlock system (like stone