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MAYFAIR Heritage, Puri
Chakratirtha Road Puri Orissa
The price is CA $267 per night
CA $267
CA $318 total
Mar 18 - Mar 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Puri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Jagannath Temple and Sudarshan Crafts Museum are located nearby.
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Hotel Holiday Resort
Chakratirtha Road Puri Orissa
The price is CA $59 per night
CA $59
CA $62 total
Mar 17 - Mar 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Puri. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and room service. Popular attractions Jagannath Temple and Sudarshan Crafts Museum are located nearby.
Pool
Spa

MAYFAIR Waves
Chakratirtha Road Puri Orissa
The price is CA $177 per night
CA $177
CA $210 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Puri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Jagannath Temple and Sudarshan Crafts Museum are located nearby.
Pool
Hot tub

Hotel D2 Inn Wi-Fi Parking Near Beach
Chakra Tirtha Rd Badasirei Puri Odisha
Free cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $13 per night
CA $13
CA $13 total
Mar 17 - Mar 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Puri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Jagannath Temple and Sudarshan Crafts Museum are located nearby.
Parking included
Free WiFi

Pipul Ocean View Resort
plot no 368/3,penthkata Puri OD
The price is CA $53 per night
CA $53
CA $56 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Puri. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Jagannath Temple and Sudarshan Crafts Museum are located nearby.
Pool
Breakfast included

Hotel Subham Beach Inn - near Sea Beach
Chakratirtha road, puri Puri Odisha
Free cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $36 per night
CA $36
CA $37 total
Feb 17 - Feb 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Puri. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Jagannath Temple and Sudarshan Crafts Museum are located nearby.
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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![Konark Sun Temple is a 13th-century CE Sun Temple at Konark in Orissa, India. It is believed that the temple was built by king Narasimhadeva I of Eastern Ganga Dynasty[2] in 1255 CE.[3] The temple complex is in the shape of a gigantic chariot, having elaborately carved stone wheels, pillars and walls. A major part of the structure is now in ruins. The temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site[4] and has also featured on various list of Seven Wonders of India. The temple is 35 km from Puri and 65 km from Bhubaneswar.
The name Konark derives from the combination of the Sanskrit words, Kona (corner or angle) and Ark (the sun), in reference to the temple which was dedicated to the Sun God Surya.[4]
The monument was also called the Black Pagoda'(Kaala Pagoda) by the European sailors. In contrast, the Jagannath Temple in Puri was called the White Pagoda. Both temples served as important landmarks for the sailors.[5] Konark Sun Temple used Iron beams for its structure.
The temple was originally built at the mouth of the river Chandrabhaga, but the waterline has receded since then. The temple has been built in the form of a giant ornamented chariot of the Sun god, Surya. It has twelve pairs of elaborately carved stone wheels which are 3 meters[4] wide and is pulled by a set of seven horses (4 on the right and 3 on the left).[6] The temple follows the traditional style of Kalinga architecture. It is carefully oriented towards the east so that the first rays of sunrise strikes the principal entrance.[4] The temple is built from Khondalite rocks.[7][8]
The original temple had a main sanctum sanctorum (vimana), which was supposedly 229 feet[6] (70 m) tall. Due to the weight of the superstructure (70 m tall) and weak soil of the area, the main vimana fell in 1837.[9] The audience hall (Jagamohana), which is about 128 feet (39 m) tall, still stands and is the principal structure in the surviving ruins. Among the structures, which have survived to the current day, are the dance hall (Nata mandira) and dining hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156018/09fea146-89a8-4536-94db-75e3922ba387.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Konark Sun Temple
After visiting Konark Sun Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Gop. Take in the festivals and sunrises in the area.
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If you can't recall the day your geography teacher taught the class where Konark is, there's no need to stress. With a helping hand from us, you'll be able to find it easily!
To help you find your feet, Konark lies 35 miles (56 kilometers) southeast of the noteworthy city of Bhubaneshwar.
This area of Odisha boasts a population of approximately 17,000 people.
Places to visit in Konark
Temples have long invited pilgrims seeking spiritual enlightenment in a complex world. Explore the hallowed site of Konarak Sun Temple and enjoy your own mystical experience. Want some more options? Temples have long captivated pilgrims in search of divine enlightenment in a complex world. Enter the hallowed site of Konark Sun Temple and immerse yourself in your own quiet reflection. But that's not all. Are you in the mood for a picturesque afternoon at the seaside? Pack a picnic chair and find a good vantage point to take in a brilliant ocean sunset at Ramchandi Beach.Where do you fly into for Konark?
Stow your tray tables, seats in the upright position and get ready to experience Konark! Once you hit the runway at Biju Patnaik Airport (BBI), the busy main streets will be only 30 miles (48 kilometers) southeast of here.Frequently asked questions
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![Konark Sun Temple is a 13th-century CE Sun Temple at Konark in Orissa, India. It is believed that the temple was built by king Narasimhadeva I of Eastern Ganga Dynasty[2] in 1255 CE.[3] The temple complex is in the shape of a gigantic chariot, having elaborately carved stone wheels, pillars and walls. A major part of the structure is now in ruins. The temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site[4] and has also featured on various list of Seven Wonders of India. The temple is 35 km from Puri and 65 km from Bhubaneswar.
The name Konark derives from the combination of the Sanskrit words, Kona (corner or angle) and Ark (the sun), in reference to the temple which was dedicated to the Sun God Surya.[4]
The monument was also called the Black Pagoda'(Kaala Pagoda) by the European sailors. In contrast, the Jagannath Temple in Puri was called the White Pagoda. Both temples served as important landmarks for the sailors.[5] Konark Sun Temple used Iron beams for its structure.
The temple was originally built at the mouth of the river Chandrabhaga, but the waterline has receded since then. The temple has been built in the form of a giant ornamented chariot of the Sun god, Surya. It has twelve pairs of elaborately carved stone wheels which are 3 meters[4] wide and is pulled by a set of seven horses (4 on the right and 3 on the left).[6] The temple follows the traditional style of Kalinga architecture. It is carefully oriented towards the east so that the first rays of sunrise strikes the principal entrance.[4] The temple is built from Khondalite rocks.[7][8]
The original temple had a main sanctum sanctorum (vimana), which was supposedly 229 feet[6] (70 m) tall. Due to the weight of the superstructure (70 m tall) and weak soil of the area, the main vimana fell in 1837.[9] The audience hall (Jagamohana), which is about 128 feet (39 m) tall, still stands and is the principal structure in the surviving ruins. Among the structures, which have survived to the current day, are the dance hall (Nata mandira) and dining hall (Bhoga mandapa).[4][6]
The Konark temple is also known for its erotic sculptures of maithunas.[10]
Two smaller ruined temples have been discovered nearby. One of them is called the Mayadevi Temple and is located southwest from the entrance of the main temple. It is presumed to have been dedicated to Mayadevi, one of the Sun god's wives. It has been dated to the late 11th century, earlier than the main temple.[11] The other one belongs to some unknown Vaishnava deity. Sculptures of Balarama, Varaha and Trivikrama have been found at the site, indicating it to be a Vaishnavite temple. Both temples have their primary idols missing.
A collection of fallen sculptures can be viewed at the Konark Archaeological Museum which is maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156018/09fea146-89a8-4536-94db-75e3922ba387.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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