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Modhera Sun Temple

India's Sun Temple of the West

1 dayIdeal stay₹500From / night4.7 ★23k reviewsOctober – MarchBest windowMehsanaNearest rail · 25 km

The Modhera Sun Temple (1026 AD), built by the Solanki dynasty, rivals Konark in its astronomical precision and sculptural beauty. The kund (step tank) with 108 shrines and the sabha mandap's 52 intricately carved pillars are among Gujarat's finest masterpieces.

Pairs well with

Ahmedabad· 2h away

Mount Abu· 4h away

When to go

Month-by-month fit

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GreatOkayAvoid⟡ Jul: 91

Honest take for Jul: Monsoon — cooler temperatures, fewer crowds. Carry rain gear; some outdoor sites may be slippery. (high crowds.)

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On the map

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Mehsana 25km · Ahmedabad Airport 100km

Nearest transport

Mehsana25 km

Ahmedabad Airport100 km

Stay options

budget₹500/night

mid₹1,500/night

Best time to visit

October – March

How to get here

Ahmedabad → Modhera

bus · 2h

₹100

approx.

Ahmedabad → Modhera

cab · 1.5h

₹1,500

approx.

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