The temple is aligned with the sun, so the sun’s rays shine on it at certain times. This alignment shows the advanced knowledge of astronomy and architecture of ancient India.

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 ...

Erected under the patronage of King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty in the 13th century, the Konark Sun Temple is the epitome of architectural grandeur. It was constructed around 1240 ...

Konark, beyond its famed Sun Temple, offers a rich tapestry of experiences, blending history, spirituality, and natural beauty. As part of Odisha's Golden Triangle, it represents the soul ...

BHUBANESWAR: After almost two decades, the Sun temple at Konark is finally free of encroachment ... The handicrafts and souvenir shops within the prohibited zone of the monument have been ...

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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 ...

Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam paid a visit to the Sun Temple at Konark in the Odisha's Puri district on Saturday. He was accompanied by the First Lady of Singapore. The President ...