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This is the crowning
piece of 13th century Orissan architecture & sculpture. It depicts the
golden era of Orissan art and the monument is already being honoured by the
World Heritage List. The Chariot temple which houses the sun god is an
architectural marvel. The wall of this beautiful gigantic ruin has exquisite
sculpture covering many aspect of a society or civilization. There are many
erotic arts in the outer wall of the temple.
Everyday the sun god rises from the lap of the blue ocean lose by n casts
his first gentle rays on the sanctum sanctorum and then circles the temples
during the course of the day, illuminating the three magnificent images of
the morning sun, the mid-day sun an the setting sun.
Konark is a many splendoured gem of Orissan art. Its beauty is not for
description in words. It is to be seen, enjoyed and savoured, not once but
again and again, for it is truly thing of beauty, a joy for ever.
The Konark Festival held from 1st to 5th December every year in the
amphitheatre is the most exiting dance events of the country. The festive
nights serve the essential purpose of highlighting an important facet of
India’s composite culture. The immense backdrop of the Sun Temple looks
breathtaking when illuminated in the evenings.
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