The Konark Sun Temple is located along the coastline of Odisha, about three km from the sea, and is heavily decorated with stone carving. The entire temple complex takes the form of the Sun God ...

I magine a 100-foot high chariot with 24 wheels — each 12 foot in diameter — being pulled by seven horses! Yes, we are talking of the Sun Temple at Konark, Odisha. In the late ...

The Konark Sun Temple in Odisha, one of the Unesco World Heritage Sites, is one of India's most fascinating architectural wonders. Built in the 13th century and excavated in the late 19th century ...

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On the shores of the Bay of Bengal, bathed in the rays of the rising sun, the temple at Konarak is a monumental representation of the sun god Surya's chariot; its 24 wheels are decorated with symbolic ...

The Sun Temple in Konark, Odisha, is a 13-century monument to the Sun God. Completed around 1250 CE, the architectural marvel took about 12 years and nearly 1,200 construction workers and artisans to ...

One such place is Konark, a small town located on the east coast of India in the Odisha state, which is very famous for its rich cultural heritage and masterpieces of architecture. Although it is ...

Konark festival: This popular dance festival is celebrated against the backdrop of the famous Sun Temple in Konark. The Konark Dance and Music Festival brings together artists to showcase and ...

India Tourism Data Compendium 2024 highlights Taj Mahal's enduring popularity, driving tourism growth post-pandemic with new ...

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