Konark, Orissa
Sun Temple
Sun Temple, Konark
Chandrabhaga Beach
ASI Museum
Astaranga Beach
Konark Dance Festival

Places To Visit In Konark

"Famed for its Sun Temple and coastal setting"

3 out of 26 Places in Orissa
Best Time: September to March Read More
4.3 /5
Read full editorial review

Save upto 30%

by comparing quotes from 3 agents

View Konark Hotels

5 Places To Visit In Konark

Show on map
  • Filter (5)
  • Beach (2)
  • Temple (1)
  • Fairs & Festivals (1)
  • Museum (1)

1. Sun Temple, Konark

Sun Temple, Konark
Top Attraction 4.3 /5

1 km from city center

Temple

Dedicated to Lord Surya, this 13th century temple is an architectural marvel and the quintessential example of Oriyan form of architecture. It is believed that the temple was constructed by king Narasimhadeva I of Eastern Ganga Dynasty. The shape of the temple is of a massive chariot with sumptuously engraved stone wheels, pillars and walls. A major part of the structure at present is in ruins. Th (Read More)e temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Read More

2. Chandrabhaga Beach

Chandrabhaga Beach
Top Attraction 3.5 /5

3 km from city center

Beach

A clean and pristine beach where one can take leisurely walks and enjoy the sunrise and sunset, the Konark Beach is known to be one of the best on the east coast.
Read More

3. ASI Museum

ASI Museum
Top Attraction 3.5 /5

0 km from city center

Museum

ASI Museum is situated outside the Sun Temple and houses some unique artifacts which reflect the essence of Oriyan art form. The museum has 250 different kinds of antiques recovered from the Sun Temple.
Read More

4. Astaranga Beach

Astaranga Beach

1 km from city center

Beach

Located at a distance of 60 kms from Puri and 34 kms from Konark in Odisha, Astaranga Beach is a visual delight to the eyes and the mind alike. The atmosphere of the beach suddenly becomes ten times more pleasing during the sunsets when the horizon lights up with the golden and red glow from the sun. Even the beach derives its name from this phenomenon, ‘Asta’ meaning ‘sunset’ and ‘rang’ meaning ‘ (Read More)colour’.
Read More

5. Konark Dance Festival

Konark Dance Festival

Fairs & Festivals

Konark Dance Festival is an event held annually in the backdrop of the exquisite Konark Sun Temple in Odisha. Classical performers of every age group descend on Konark to showcase their musical and dancing skills, to promote this age-old monument. Handicrafts and sculptures are also put on display to showcase the hidden talent of the region. Held every year this festival brings together dancers, m (Read More)usicians and cultures from all around the country in a scintillating display of different art forms.
Read More

Places To Visit In Nearby Places

Puri, Orissa
Puri
Attractions
Bhubaneswar, Orissa
Bhubaneswar
Attractions
Cuttack, Orissa
Cuttack
Attractions
Dhauli, Odisha
Dhauli
Attractions
Bhitarkanika National Park
Bhitarkanika National Park
Attractions
Gopalpur, Odisha
Gopalpur
Attractions
Tikarpada Wildlife Sanctuary, Odisha
Tikarpada Wildlife Sanctuary
Attractions
Daringbadi
Daringbadi
Attractions
Digha, West Bengal
Digha
Attractions
Berhampur, Odisha
Berhampur
Attractions
Goa
Goa
Attractions
Manali, Himachal Pradesh
Manali
Attractions

FAQs on Konark

How can I commute within 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.
Read More

Browse Hotel Collections

By Hotel Type

Resorts In Konark

Hotels Near Konark Sun Temple

Hotels Near Chandrabhaga Beach

Similar Places

Bhubaneswar, Orissa
Bhubaneswar
Packages from 11,900
Puri, Orissa
Puri
Packages from 8,300
Cuttack, Orissa
Cuttack
Attractions
Darjeeling, West Bengal
Darjeeling
Packages from 6,550
Kolkata, West Bengal
Kolkata
Attractions
Baripada, Odisha
Baripada
Attractions
Sambalpur, Odisha
Sambalpur
Attractions
Berhampur, Odisha
Berhampur
Attractions
See 27 Hotels