Konark, Orissa
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Baleswar beach in Konark

Konark

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"The city of the Sun Temple"

Konark Tourism

Konark, in the state of Orissa is renowned world over for the Sun Temple which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Annual dance festival and its beautiful sandy beaches.

Konark's Sun Temple is an architectural marvel and is one of the most beautiful monuments of India. The Annual Dance Festival is a five day-long cultural extravaganza which invites unique dancing talent from all over the country. This festival is a grand celebration of our country's rich cultural and artistic legacy, an event to truly rejoice the various dance forms that our country has invented. The celebrations happen with the backdrop of the Sun temple, adding grandeur and magnificence to the whole program. Besides this, Konark also hosts the Sun Festival, where devotees offer prayers to the Sun God by taking dips in the sea. The Dance Festival also hosts a Handicrafts Mela where one can buy unique and exquisitely handcrafted pieces which beautifully reflect the Oriya art form.

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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 1837, 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.

Restaurants and Local Food in Konark

One can find a variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian food in the main market place near the beach. The region's specialty is the fish-fry prepared in Bengali-style. The other local delicacies that one must try, include Pakhala (a preparation of rice), Dali, Mandia Jau, Dahi Baigana, Dahi Machha, Dahi Bhindi (fried eggplant, fried fish, fried ladyfinger dipped in spicy yogurt sauce), Khatta, Aludum, a variety of Pithas, Dahi Badi, Rasgulla, Chhenapodapitha, Gulab Jamun and a flattering variety of seafood. Continental and Chinese food is also served in the restaurants here.
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How to Reach Konark

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The nearest major railway station is in Puri, which is around 31 km away and the nearest airport is in Bhubaneshwar which is 64 km away fro Konark. You can commute from the railway station and airport to Konark via paid taxi or state-run buses.

How to reach Konark by flight

There is no direct flight connectivity to Konark. The nearest airport is in Bhubaneswar, around 50 km away from the same.

How to reach Konark by road

Regular bus services ply to and fro the city of Konark. They operate on a daily basis, whether day or night, from places like Puri, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack etc. You can also take shared taxis or cabs for the same route.

How to reach Konark by train

There is no direct rail connectivity to Konark. Puri railway station is the nearest railway station to the site, around 35 km away from the same.

Local transport in Konark

Autos, rickshaws and taxis and are available in the city. You can also take the local bus service, however it is not up to the standard.

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What is famous about Konark?

A charming amalgam of culture and spiritualism.

What is not so good about Konark?

Congested in peak seasons. Beware of swindlers.

Who should visit Konark?

Ideal for tourists of every kind. Suitable for backpackers from places like Bhubaneswar, Puri, Cuttack etc.

What is the best time to visit Konark?

Being a coastal destination, the weather in Konark is the most pleasant during winters. The best time to visit this place is during the months of September-March. Summers are very hot and humid and should be avoided.
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What is the local food in Konark?

One can find a variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian food in the main market place near the beach. The region's specialty is the fish-fry prepared in Bengali-style. The other local delicacies that one must try, include Pakhala (a preparation of rice), Dali, Mandia Jau, Dahi Baigana, Dahi Machha, Dahi Bhindi (fried eggplant, fried fish, fried ladyfinger dipped in spicy yogurt sauce), Khatta, Aludum, a variety of Pithas, Dahi Badi, Rasgulla, Chhenapodapitha, Gulab Jamun and a flattering variety of seafood. Continental and Chinese food is also served in the restaurants here.
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What is the best way to reach Konark?

The nearest major railway station is in Puri, which is around 31 km away and the nearest airport is in Bhubaneshwar which is 64 km away fro Konark. You can commute from the railway station and airport to Konark via paid taxi or state-run buses.
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What are the places near Konark?

The top places near to Konark are Puri which is 28 km from Konark, Bhubaneswar which is located 52 km from Konark, Cuttack which is located 67 km from Konark, Dhauli which is located 41 km from Konark, Gopalpur which is located 145 km from Konark

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Q. What time of the year is best to visit Konark and avoid the rush and crowd?

Pallavi Siddhanta

6 years ago
The lean season in Puri is also the lean season in Konark, owing to the proximity of the two places. But that is mostly the hot and humid seasons of the year, and they aren't a good time to visit eit (Read More)her place. Try October to January. The crowd is intermittent and sparse - 1) Early in the morning. 2) 4-6 in the evening.
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Jaga Tiger

on Sun Temple 3 years ago
ohh this is very helfull articel really i appricate you thanks for sharing this, konark temple history in hindi here..
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