Konark Sun Temple
Konark Sun Temple Konark 752111, Konark, Puri, Odisha
Famous for: UNESCO black stone chariot templeEvery day · 06:00 – 20:00
Getting there
1 km · Near Konark Bus Stand
Distances are approximate. Check local transport and road conditions before you travel.
Konark Sun Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage monument — a colossal chariot of the sun god with stone wheels, horses, and erotic Kalinga sculpture.
🌟 What Makes It Special
- 13th-century black chlorite chariot temple
- Famous stone wheels functioning as sundials
- Konark Dance Festival (Dec) on temple grounds
- Chandrabhaga beach nearby
🕒 Visit Details
- LocationKonark Sun Temple Konark 752111
- Distance from Konark Bus Stand1 km by road (approx.)
- Visiting hours06:00–20:00
- Best time to visitSunrise or late afternoon
- Ideal duration2–3 hours
- ASI entry fee; camera charges extra
✔️ Tips for a Smooth Visit
- Hire guide for wheel and sculpture stories
- Very hot stone in summer — hat and water
- Day trip from Puri (35 km) or Bhubaneswar (65 km)
- Dance festival week books hotels early
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FAQs about Konark Sun Temple
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- What is Konark Sun Temple famous for?
- Konark Sun Temple in Konark, Odisha is known for UNESCO black stone chariot temple. Read visitor reviews and photos on Visiting Places Hub.
- Where is Konark Sun Temple located?
- Konark Sun Temple is located at Konark Sun Temple Konark 752111, Konark, Odisha. View the map and directions on https://visitingplaceshub.com/places/konark-sun-temple-odisha.
- What are the opening hours for Konark Sun Temple?
- Konark Sun Temple is typically open Every day · 06:00 – 20:00. Hours may vary on holidays — confirm locally before visiting.
- How do I reach Konark Sun Temple?
- Konark Sun Temple is about 1 km from Konark Bus Stand. More travel tips are on the place page and the Konark city guide at https://visitingplaceshub.com/places/in/konark-odisha.
- What other places can I visit near Konark Sun Temple?
- Explore more places to visit in Konark, Odisha on our city guide: https://visitingplaceshub.com/places/in/konark-odisha.