Architectural Engineering of Konark Sun Temple: A Sustainable Model from Ancient India

The Konark Sun Temple, a 13th-century marvel and UNESCO World Heritage Site, exemplifies ancient architectural ingenuity by aligning its structure to capture the sun's rays onto a deity idol during specific times of the year. This study reveals that the temple's sustainable construction techniques, including advanced stone carving and heavy block lifting, were informed by deep astronomical knowledge—insights modern architecture has overlooked. Using secondary data sources such as peer-reviewed journals, books, and research studies, the qualitative analysis highlights the temple's symbolic connection to nature and culture, offering a blueprint for sustainable design from ancient India.

Kaushik Kumar Hota. (2020). ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING OF KONARK SUN TEMPLE: A SUSTAINABLE MODEL FROM ANCIENT INDIA. Indian Knowledge System through the Ages: From Vedas to Modern Science. https://doi.org/10.25215/125798196x.21