Konark's Sun Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is renowned for its intricate architecture and intricate carvings, depicting scenes from Hindu mythology.
Currency
INR (₹)
Best time to visit
November to March
Languages
Odia · Hindi · English
Coordinates
19.942°, 86.119°
Key facts
1The temple is dedicated to the Hindu Sun God, Surya
2It's a masterpiece of Odisha's Kalinga architecture
3The temple complex includes a dance hall and a kitchen
Timeline
1250: Construction began under King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty
1278: Temple completed
1803: Temple rediscovered by British surveyor William Forbes
