THE SUN GOD OF KONARAK

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There are three forms of the Sun God. The Soulhcm side God called 'Mitra’ is described as the Rising Sun, il is 8'3" in height. The Western side God called 'Punsan' is described as Mid-day Sun, its height is 9'6" and Ihc NoRThern side God called 'Haritasva' is described as the Setting Sun. iTS height is 3.58 mTrs.

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