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Suraj Kund Temple Sunam

Suraj Kund Temple Sunam

Suraj Kund Temple is an ancient Sun Temple situated about 1.5 km east of Sunam town in Sangrur district, Punjab.

“जहाँ सूरजकुंड का प्रकाश फैलता है, वहाँ अज्ञान का अंधकार स्वयं दूर हो जाता है।”

― Suraj Kund Temple Sunam

The site is referred to as “Surajpur” in ancient records and is believed to date back to the Vedic period.

History of the Temple

The temple dates to the Vedic era, with its original name being Surajpur, located near the ancient Saraswati River. It was built near an old fort-citadel that hosted the temple complex.

According to historians, the temple was destroyed during Timur’s or Mahmud of Ghazni’s invasion, leaving the Kund in a dilapidated state.

The site is also referenced by Al-Biruni in his 11th-century work Kitab-ul-Hind, indicating its importance even in medieval times.

Architecture of the Temple

The Kund itself is semi‑circular or amphitheatre-shaped, built from stone steps designed in the form of a rising sun—a classic Surya Kund layout.

Surrounding the kund are verandahs on all sides, with three small temples nearby, including shrines for Lord Shiva, Sita, and Bharat.

Religious Significance

Suraj Kund Temple is dedicated to Lord Surya (Sun God), and devotees believe worship here brings blessings for good health, recovery, vision improvement, longevity, and material prosperity.

The kund is considered sacred—ashes are immersed here by those unable to reach the Ganges. Several smaller shrines, including a Shiva linga and a Sita Kund, are located beside it.


How to Reach Kathgarh Temple

By Road: Sunam is well-connected by road from major cities such as Patiala (64 km), Sangrur (19 km), Ludhiana (90 km) and Chandigarh (120 km)

By Rail: The temple is easily accessible from Sunam Railway Station, on the Ludhiana–Hisar line.

By Air: No direct airport in Sunam; nearest is Ludhiana Airport, approximately 82 km away.


Temple Timings

  • Morning Temple Opening & Closing Timing

    7:00 AM to 12:30 PM

  • Evening Temple Opening & Closing Timing

    8:00 PM to 4:00 AM

Temple Location

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