Sudipta Mishra, Bhubaneswar, 12 November 2022
Still, it stands like a fierce Tiger!
A Symbol of our pride
The first ray of the alluring Sun
Kisses the bed of the tower
With the dawn of the rising Sun
Smiles every corner of the place unknown
The hues of hidden passion
By the estranged partners of various nations
Secretly weaved in the intricate walls
Maze-like edifices often try to trap thy soul
A lot of untold tales of numerous artists
Scream and invite your attention
Have you ever heard of those groans of ghosts?
No!
Now, a temple in the state of ruins
Withered by the injuries of nature
Sometimes disasters and sometimes manmade crises
Yet, the monument upholds the legacy of our rich heritage
A rich tapestry of majestic spectacles
Embrace spectators with a sense of awe
Have you ever watched the splendour?
From the tales behind the alluring figures
From the naked eyes, those stare at them
The unseen anecdotes of yore!
The passage from lust to penance
The journey of wisdom
From absence to presence
And a path of enlightenment
The cycle of life
A saga of a known civilisation
The Sun Temple of Odisha strives
From the realm of worldly desires to abstract reasons
To caress the diversity of our culture…..
