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Sun Temple carved as a chariot on Odisha's coast
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About Konark
A remarkable destination worth exploring.
Best months to visit
January, February, March, April, November, December
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Recommended
January
26C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
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February
28C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
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March
31C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
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April
32C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
May
32C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
June
31C
Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.
July
30C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
August
30C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
September
30C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
October
30C
Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.
Recommended
November
29C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
December
26C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
The Sun Temple at Konark is one of India's most extraordinary monuments, a 13th-century shrine built in the form of a colossal stone chariot with twelve pairs of intricately carved wheels and seven horses straining to pull it across the sky. Set near the Odisha coast, its weathered sandstone surfaces are covered in some of the finest sculpture in Indian temple architecture, and a short drive away the temple town of Puri offers beaches and another major pilgrimage site.
Best areas to stay in Konark
Sun Temple complex
The main temple grounds containing the chariot-form shrine and its famous carved wheels.
Konark Archaeological Museum
A museum near the temple displaying sculptures recovered from the site.
Konark beach
A quiet stretch of coastline near the temple, good for a short walk after sightseeing.
Puri (day trip)
A nearby pilgrimage town with the Jagannath Temple and a lively beachfront, often combined with Konark.
Getting to Konark
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Flights
Fly into Bhubaneswar Airport (BBI) via Delhi or Mumbai, then drive around an hour to Konark.
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From London
~13–15 hours total journey time from London including connections
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Getting around
Taxis and hired cars cover the route between Bhubaneswar, Konark and Puri, often as a combined day trip.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Konark?
October to March offers cooler, drier weather for exploring the temple grounds, which have very little shade.
How do I get to Konark?
Konark is about an hour's drive from Bhubaneswar, which has the nearest airport and major railway station.
What are the must-see sights?
The Sun Temple's carved wheels and horses, the on-site archaeological museum, and the nearby beach at Konark.
Is Konark good value?
Yes — entry fees are modest, and it's commonly visited as part of an affordable day trip combining Puri and Bhubaneswar.
What language is spoken locally?
Odia is the main local language, with Hindi and English understood by guides at the temple.
Traveler reviews
★★★★★
The carved wheels of the Sun Temple are unbelievably detailed — you could spend an hour just looking at one of them. A real highlight of Odisha.
Sara M. · December 2023
★★★★★
Less crowded than Khajuraho but every bit as impressive in terms of carving. Combine with Puri for a great day out from Bhubaneswar.
Anil K. · February 2024
★★★★☆
Bring a hat — there's very little shade — but the temple itself is breathtaking and the museum adds useful context.
Becky T. · November 2023
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