Archaeologists have identified a previously unknown 3rd-century temple site on a raised mound in the Little Rann of Kutch. The temple is unique for its Indo-Scythian architectural elements, combined with stone lintels featuring Greek inscriptions. The site appears to have been a major center for solar worship among the nomadic tribes that migrated to Western India from Central Asia.
The inscriptions mention the dedication of the shrine by a local governor under the Western Kshatrapa rule. Artifacts recovered include clay figurines of horses and solar discs, as well as Roman amphorae, suggesting the temple was a significant stop for maritime and overland traders. This discovery confirms the cosmopolitan nature of religious life in early Gujarat.