Odisha is a very famous religious state in India because you can explore various Hindu temples here. The most famous temple of this state is “Konark Sun Temple”. It is a Hindu temple located in the Konark about 35 kilometers (22 mi) northeast of Puri city on the coastline in Puri district, Odisha. A very ancient temple of Odisha Konark Sun Temple is devoted to the Lord Surya (Sun). This Temple is the main attraction of many foreigners because this temple is listed on the top of Odisha Temple Architecture and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 13th century CE (1250) saw the construction of this temple.
Constructed in the twelfth century by King Narasimha Deva I and devoted to the Sun God (Suryadev), the Sun Temple of Konark captivates us with its immense framework, symmetry, accuracy, and minute details.
Konark Sun Temple Darshan & Opening Timing
Around 1250 BC, King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty constructed this temple. Situated in the humble and spiritual city of Odisha, Puri lies Konark Sun Temple (କୋଣାର୍କ ସୂର୍ଯ୍ୟ ମନ୍ଦିର |). One of the well-known Hindu pilgrimage sites is this one. The result of seven hundred years of laborious effort in the pursuit of excellence is this temple. There many visitors are confused about the Konark Sun Temple Darshan Timings.
| Day | Darshan Type | Timing |
| Monday to Sunday | Temple Darshan Timing | 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM |
| Monday to Sunday | Temple Opening Timing | 5:00 AM |
| Monday to Sunday | Temple Closing Time | 11:00 PM |
Konark Sun Temple Entry Fee & Ticket Price
| Ticket Type | Indian Citizens & SAARC/ BIMSTEC Visitors | Foreign Visitors |
| Entry Ticket | Rs. 10 Per Head (Children up to 15 years free) | US $5 or ₹250/- per head (Children up to 15 years free) |
Konark Temple Light & Sound Show Timings
| Start Timing | 6.30 PM |
| The second show starts Timing | 7.30 PM |
Konark Temple Light and Sound Show Tickets
| Ticket Type | Prices (INR) |
| Indian | Rs 40 |
| Foreigners | Rs 600 per person |
| BIMSTEC and SAARC citizens | Rs 40 as Entry Fees |
Contact Details of Konark Sun Temple
- Konark Sun Temple (କୋଣାର୍କ ସୂର୍ଯ୍ୟ ମନ୍ଦିର |)
- Address:- Konark, Puri – 752111
- Toll Free Numbers:- 18002081414
- Email ID: otdc@panthanivas.com
- Official Site:- NA