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 ...

On the shores of the Bay of Bengal, bathed in the rays of the rising sun, the temple at Konarak is a monumental representation of the sun god Surya's chariot; its 24 wheels are decorated with symbolic ...

Beyond just the iconic Sun Temple, Konark reveals charming facets through its long stretches of golden sands, intricate handicrafts plus ancient relics that transport one back through the mystique ...

Konark festival: This popular dance festival is celebrated against the backdrop of the famous Sun Temple in Konark. The Konark Dance and Music Festival brings together artists to showcase and ...

A similar artistic profusion of carnal imagery is also seen at the Konark Sun Temple in Odisha, built in the 13th century during the rule of King Narasimha of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty.