कोणार्क सूर्य मंदिर
The Konark Sun Temple is a 13th-century temple dedicated to the Hindu Sun god Surya. Designed as a massive chariot with 24 elaborately carved stone wheels pulled by seven horses, it is a masterpiece of Kalinga architecture and one of India's most famous Brahmanical sanctuaries.
Temple shaped as a giant stone chariot of the Sun God
24 intricately carved stone wheels — each a sundial
Seven horses pulling the chariot toward the east
Nata Mandir — exquisite dance hall with sculpted musicians
Timing
6:00 AM – 8:00 PM daily
Entry Fee
₹40 Indians / ₹600 Foreigners
Best Time to Visit
October to March
How to Reach
Bhubaneswar Airport 65 km; Puri Railway Station 35 km
19.8876N, 86.0945E
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