Konark Attractions
Konark is a small town and the site of the 13th C Sun Temple, a World Heritage site. Konark is also home to an annual dance festival devoted to classical Indian dance forms.
The beach at Konark is also a popular tourist attraction and ideal for sunbathing. Visitors can also catch a glimpse of the local fishing fleet at work or watch the stunning sunrise.
The beach at Konark is also a popular tourist attraction and ideal for sunbathing. Visitors can also catch a glimpse of the local fishing fleet at work or watch the stunning sunrise.
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Sun Temple
The huge Sun Temple of Konark was designed to resemble a chariot. Seven stone horses appear to pull the great chariot, which displays 24 stone wheels, each with intricately carved spokes.
Archeological Museum
The Archeological Museum in Konark features many sculptures and carvings found during excavations of the Sun Temple.
Many of the fragments are of varying sizes and provide a glimpse of architectural and artistic patterns of the temple. Aspects of the religious, social and economic life of the people of Orissa during the 13th C are also highlighted.
Many of the fragments are of varying sizes and provide a glimpse of architectural and artistic patterns of the temple. Aspects of the religious, social and economic life of the people of Orissa during the 13th C are also highlighted.
Nine Planets' Shrine
Nine Planets' Shrine is located just outside the walls of the Sun Temple. The chlorite slab forms the centerpiece of the small shrine.
The Nine Planets of the Hindus are the Sun, the Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu (dragon's head), and Ketu (dragon's tail). The carved seated figure within the shrine represents the Sun.
The Nine Planets of the Hindus are the Sun, the Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu (dragon's head), and Ketu (dragon's tail). The carved seated figure within the shrine represents the Sun.
