Odisha

Konark Tour Packages

The Sun Temple at Konark was built in the thirteenth century as a colossal stone chariot for the sun god — twenty-four carved wheels, seven horses, the whole structure conceived as a vehicle. The main tower collapsed centuries ago and what survives is the audience hall, which is still large enough to be staggering. The wheels are functioning sundials and a guide will show you how to read the time from the spokes, which is the detail most visitors leave without seeing. It pairs naturally with Puri, 35 km away, and most people visit as a day trip from there; a night at Konark itself suits anyone who wants the temple early, before the coaches.