Sun Temple, Konarak, Orissa
Situated on the bank of the Bay of Bengal, embracing the rays of the glistening sun, the temple at Konarak represents sun god Surya’s chariot. Chariot’s 24 wheels are graced with beautiful designs and it is headed by six horses. Constructed in the 13th century, the temple is one of India’s most famous Brahman sanctuaries and portrays the grace, the joy and the rhythm of Kalinga life.
Explore this beautiful Indian heritage spot in Orissa to get amused with the decorations such as small patterns in bas-relief performed with great precision and also huge free standing sculptures of animals and humans.
General Information
Visiting Hours: Sunrise to Sunset
Entry Fee: 10 INR for citizens of India and visitors of SAARC (Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Maldives and Afghanistan) and BIMSTEC Countries (Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Myanmar), US $ 5 for foreigners and children up to 15 years can enter without any fee.
Explore this beautiful Indian heritage spot in Orissa to get amused with the decorations such as small patterns in bas-relief performed with great precision and also huge free standing sculptures of animals and humans.
General Information
Visiting Hours: Sunrise to Sunset
Entry Fee: 10 INR for citizens of India and visitors of SAARC (Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Maldives and Afghanistan) and BIMSTEC Countries (Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Myanmar), US $ 5 for foreigners and children up to 15 years can enter without any fee.
