Konark

The city of Sun Temple

Konark is a beautiful coastal town near the Puri district, in the state of Odisha. It is most famous for the historic Sun Temple, dedicated to the mythological form of the Sun. Constructed in the 13th century, by King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga dynasty, this temple complex was made in the fashion of Lord Suryadev holding the reins of his chariot. Due to the heavy structure and the weak soil of the area, the main structure collapsed in betwin 1556 to 1800, but the audience hall is still preserved and well maintained. Adjoining the structure is the beautiful beach of Konark. Annually, a famous dance festival at the Sun Temple Complex, which invites dancers from every part of India.

Suggested Itinerary

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DAY 1: Arrive at Bhubaneswar do the sightseeing of Bhubaneswar otherly know as 2^nd temple city of India. Many famous temples standing from 5^th century to 13^th century like the great Lingaraj, Rajarani, Muktheswar, Parasurameswar etc giving the wetness of the malignant temple construction.

DAY 2: Visit the most ancient Jain caves of 1^st century BC, and then the tribal museum after priced Puri enroots visiting Dhauli the Buddhist monument. After reaching puri visit the most religious interest of Hindus the lord Jagannath temple.

DAY 3: Drive to Visit the world heritage sight at Konark the Sun temple. Drive back to puri relaxes on the golden beach of Puri.

DAY 4: Drive to catch flight or train for onward journey.