Best Places To Visit In Konark

If you want to roam in Odisha, then you must visit Konark. There are many places to visit in Konark. It is one of the famous cities of Odissa which is also known by the name of “The City of Sun Temple”. It has a world-famous Sun Temple and counts as UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is not only the city of Sun Temple but also famous for its beaches, rich culture, sunset views, and many more. In addition to this, the Annual Dance Festival is the main highlight of the city. It is a five days long festival which is celebrated with great enthusiasm and invites dancers from every corner of the world too. So, how can you miss this place? Trust me, it is a worthy place to visit your vacation very well. Hey, what are you waiting for? Pack your bags and get ready to explore the City of Sun Temple. Here is the mini-guide which you can consider before traveling to Konark. Read On-

Places to visit in Konark

1. Sun Temple

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Begin your travel places to visit in Konark from here. Konark sun temple is one of the most beautiful and ancient Hindu temples, located at a distance of 1.5 km away from the Konark bus stand, in Odisha. This sun temple is situated in the heart of Konark and is renowned all over the world for its architecture. It is designed as a chariot of the Sun God, Surya with wheels and horses all carved in the stone. It is a classic style of Kalinga Architecture and an Indian heritage. This beautiful temple is dedicated to the Sun God and was built by King Narasimha Deva I of the Eastern Ganga dynasty, in the year of the 13th century. In addition to this, every year in the month of February, a great Mela is held here named Chandrabhaga Mela and people from different places come here to enjoy this Mela. 

Timings- 10:00 AM To 5:00 PM
Entry Fee- INR 10 For Indians And INR 250 For Foreigners

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2. Konark Museum

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The Konark museum is one of the most beautiful and attractive tourist spots in Odisha. Located very near the Sun Temple, the Konark museum is a worthwhile places to visit in Konark. It was established in the year 1968 and is maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India. There are 4 galleries which also have 260 different fallen architectural pieces and also has sculptures that were founded during the clearance work of the main Konark complex temple. It is the perfect destination for art and history lovers. In the first gallery, there are 62 antiquities, and great images of Surya and Lord Vishnu in the sandstone. In the second gallery, there are 108 antiquities present and is one of the largest galleries in this museum. This gallery has a reconstruction wall of the temple, the head of the crocodile in gigantic nature, and the drummer present.

In the third gallery, there are 45 antiquities are present. Here you found the objects like celestial nymphs, Gaja Vyala, the king, the image of Surya Narayana, and his various erotic figures. Last the fourth gallery, there are a total of 45 galleries and including the man tied by the elephant truck, the part of the Surya image, the erotic couple, the roaring lion, and the king’s witnessed dance performance. Hence, you seriously can’t afford to miss this place. 

Timing- 9:00 AM To 5:00 PM (But Closed on Friday)
Entry Fee- INR 20 For Indians And INR 100 For Foreigners.

3. Konark Beach

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Konark beach is one of the most famous places to visit in Konark, located at a distance of 3 km away from the sun temple. Commonly known as Chandrabaggha Beach, it is regarded as one of the top beaches in the country. The beach is rich in Marine resources. The cool breeze, sun, clear sand, and turquoise waters make this place a more adorable and perfect destination to spend some fun time with your family and friends. In addition to this, the view of sunrise and sunset is really breathtaking and can’t express in words. One can enjoy surfing, sunbathing, and lots more on the beautiful beach.

One can also climb up to the top of the nearby Lighthouse for a majestic view of the beach and the adjacent Natural Deer Park. The annual 7-day Megha Saptami Mela is also a major attraction for tourists.  It takes place on the 7th full moon day of Megha month. The best time to visit this beach is only during the winter season because at that time the temperature varies from 27 degrees Celsius and 16 degrees Celsius. 

Timing- Open 24 Hours
Entry Fee- No Entry Fee

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4. Kuruma

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Kuruma is one of the smallest villages in the city, located at a distance of 7 km away from the Puri district of Odisha. An archaeological evacuated site and a popular Buddhist site. The site has a well-known image of Buddha in which he is sitting cross-legged with the right hand in Bhumisparsa mudra while the left hand is placed over his left knee. The image also wears a beautiful craved necklace and a beautiful crown. A couple of more images have also been found there. This site was first reported by the name of one school teacher whose name is Brajabandhu Das and subsequently excavated by the Odisha state Archaeology from 1971 to 1975. You should visit here once!

Timing- 10:00 AM To 5:00 PM
Entry Fee- No Entry Fee

5. Ramchandi Temple

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Dedicated to Goddess Ramchandi, it is one of the most popular places of pilgrimage in Odisha. It is believed to be the main Deity of Konark and is located at the bank of the river Kushabhadra. This place is situated at a distance of 10 km away from the Konark, in the Puri district of Odisha. This temple is surrounded by the Casuarina plantation which is an extra advantage to the beauty of this temple. The architectural view of this pilgrimage place is also appreciable and attracts most tourists towards it. In addition to this, the temple is adjacent to Ramchandi Beach where one can do activities like sunbathing, swimming, and boating. People also go there for a picnic.

Timing- 6:00 AM To 6:00 PM
Entry Fee- No Entry Fee

6. Astaranga Beach

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Another popular place to visit in Konark is Astaranga Beach, located 91 kilometers away from the Jagannath temple and also 19 kilometers away from the Konark Sun temple. It lies on the sea pore of the Bay of Bengal coast in the Prachi Valley. The name of this beach is divided into two words which means, meaning Asta is Sunset and the meaning of Ranga is colorful. So, as the name indicates, the attractive beach with a beautiful sunset. It is a sandy beach that includes swimming and cooking options. From here, you can also have a stunning view of the bird and the spectacular view of turtle nesting. This place also offers an unusual distinct view of the vibrant sunrise and sunset. This Astarang beach is slightly different from the other beaches in terms of temperature, and the crowd or accommodation. You will surely enjoy this place. Never forget to add this site to your places to visit in Konark list.

Timing- Open 24 Hours
Entry Fee No Entry Fee

7. Maa Mangala Temple

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The Maa Mangala Temple is one of the most beautiful and renowned Shakti Peetha temples in Odisha. It is also known by the name of ‘Saraba Mangala Mandir’ or ‘Bata Mangala Temple. According to legends, the goddess Mangala always kept herself hidden under the water of the Prachi River. One day the boatman is not able to cross this river in full spate when the goddess Mangala came into his dream and tells him to recover her from the middle of the river. For this reason, he established this temple in the village of Managalapur. The boatman dived and recovered the goddess idol and built the temple in the 15th century. It is a symbol of the ancient heritage of Kalinga. 

Timing- 7:30 AM To 1:30 PM And 4:30 PM To 7:30 PM
Entry Fee- No Entry Fee

8. Varahi Devi Temple

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Another one of the best pilgrimage places to visit in Konark is Varahi Devi Temple, situated at Chaurasi in the Puri district of Odisha. It is located on the bank of the River Prachi and is must visit place in Konark. It was built in the 10th Century during the Somavamsi rule. This temple is also known by the name of Matsya Varahi who is the presiding deity of Goddess Varahi in Lalita asana on the plain ground with her foot resting upon the buffalo and mount carved on the pedestal. This temple is spread over an area of approximately 2 acres and the architectural view of the temple attracts most tourists towards it. You will also find sculptures of different deities and some popular scenes of Ramayan like the abduction of Sita, the killing of Jatayu, the killing of illusory deer, the murder of Bali, the construction of the bridge over the sea, and many more.

Timing- 5:00 AM To 10:00 AM And 5:30 PM To 8:30 PM
Entry Fee- No Entry Fee

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9. Chandrabhaga Beach

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Chandranhaga Beach is located in Orissa near Sun Temple. It is a beautiful and pollution-free beach in the country. The serene beauty of the place attracts most tourists towards it and enables them to enjoy their vacations with their affectionate ones. The clean shores, cool breeze, and crystal clear water make this place worthwhile places to visit in Konark. It is a perfect place for photography too. So, don’t miss an opportunity to visit here, if you are in Konark. 

Timing- Open 24 Hours
Entry Fee- No Entry Fee

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