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ROCK ART OF ODISHA

The Rock Art of Odisha dates back to as early as the prehistoric period. The earliest reported are the rock shelters of Vikramkhol in Jharsuguda district. The cells attracted men to live there, who decorated these rock shelters with paintings … Continue reading

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THE SUN TEMPLE (BLACK PAGODA) AT KONARK

The Konark Sun Temple also known as The Black Pagoda is a 13th-century Hindu temple dedicated to the sun god. Shaped like a giant chariot, the temple is known for the exquisite stone carvings that cover the entire structure. The … Continue reading

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