Konark Sun Temple is located on the eastern coast of India in Puri, Odisha
Konark Sun Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its exquisite architecture and intricate stone carvings.
The temple is dedicated to the sun god, also known as Surya.
The first rays of the sun fall on the temple’s main entrance, and it’s interesting to know that the iconic wheel also works as a sundial. Also, it tells the exact time.
The temple is in the shape of a chariot, with exquisitely carved wheels and galloping horses. The temple's architecture is an excellent example of the Kalinga style of architecture.