Konark Sun Temple from Puri
Visit the UNESCO Sun Temple on an easy day trip from Puri
The 13th-century Konark Sun Temple — a UNESCO World Heritage Site shaped like the Sun God's colossal chariot — is one of India's architectural wonders, and an easy day trip from Puri.
Getting there
Konark is about 35 km from Puri, roughly an hour's drive along the beautiful Puri–Konark Marine Drive. Cars and taxis are easy to arrange.
What to see
- The great chariot wheels, carved horses and intricate stonework
- The famous erotic and everyday-life carvings
- The on-site archaeological museum
Make a day of it
Combine Konark with Chandrabhaga Beach nearby. Go early to beat the midday heat.
Base yourself well
Hotel Sea Forest sits right on the Marine Drive to Konark — an ideal launch point. Book direct and set out early.
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