Sundarnarayan Temple

Sundarnarayan Temple in Nashik, Maharashtra, was built by Gangadhar Yashwant Chandrachud in 1756 during the Peshwa era. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu as Sundarnarayan, flanked by Lakshmi and Saraswati, the east-facing temple features Mughal-influenced architecture with three porches, lobed arches, and globular domes. A remarkable astronomical alignment causes sunrise rays to fall directly on the idols every March 21st, drawing thousands of devotees. Located near Ram Kund in the Panchavati area of Nashik.