Konārka, India
Konark Sun Temple
Konark Sun Temple is a 13th-century CE Hindu Sun temple at Konark about 35 kilometres northeast from Puri city on the coastline in Puri district, Odisha, India. The temple is attributed to king Narasingha Deva I of the Eastern Ganga dynasty about 1250 CE. Dedicated to the Hindu Sun-god Surya, it reflects the pinnacle of Kalingan architecture and artistic excellence, what remains of the temple complex has the appearance of a 30-metre high chariot with immense wheels and horses, all carved from stone.
- City
- Konārka
- Country
- India
- Category
- Religious
- Suggested visit
- About 45 minutes
Background: Wikipedia