| Martand Sun Temple | |
|---|---|
.jpg) Central shrine of the temple ruins | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| District | Anantnag district |
| Deity | Surya (Martand) |
| Location | |
| Location | Anantnag |
| State | Jammu and Kashmir |
| Country | India |
  Location within Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir  Location within India | |
| Geographic coordinates | 33°44′44″N 75°13′13″E / 33.74556°N 75.22028°E |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Ancient Indian |
| Creator | Lalitaditya Muktapida |
| Completed | 8th century CE |
| Demolished | 15th century CE |
Martand Sun Temple is a Hindu temple located near the city of Anantnag in the Kashmir Valley of Jammu and Kashmir (union territory), India. It dates back to the eighth century CE and was dedicated to Surya, the chief solar deity in Hinduism; Surya is also known by the Sanskrit-language synonym Martand (मार्तण्ड, Mārtaṇḍa). The temple was destroyed by Sikandar Shah Miri.