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Encyclopedia > Konarak

The Konark temple, widely known not only for its architectural grandeur but also for the intricacy and profusion of its sculptural work, is situated on the west coast of Orissa, India. Orissa (ଓଡ଼ିଶା) is a state situated in the east coast of India. ...

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Stone work at Konark

Download high resolution version (1280x960, 432 KB)Stone Work at Konark, taken by Jyotirmaya. ... Download high resolution version (1280x960, 432 KB)Stone Work at Konark, taken by Jyotirmaya. ...

Konark: The Sun Temple

Where the Language of Stone defeats the Language of man

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The Wheel of Konark

The magnificent Sun Temple at Konark is the pinnacle of Orissan temple architecture, and one of the most stunning monuments of religious architecture in the world. Built by the King Narasimhadeva in the thirteenth century, the entire temple was designed in the shape of a colossal chariot, with seven horses and twenty-four wheels, carrying the Sun God, Surya, across the heavens. Even in its ruined state it is a magnificient building, reflecting the genius of the architects who envisioned and built it. According to local legend, the temple was built in such a way that the first rays of the sun in the morning were to touch the idol inside the temple. Download high resolution version (1280x960, 326 KB)Wheel of Konark, taken by Jyotirmaya. ... Download high resolution version (1280x960, 326 KB)Wheel of Konark, taken by Jyotirmaya. ... In Hinduism, Surya is the chief solar deity, son of Dyaush or Indra. ...


The story of the Dhamapada is another of the many legends attached to this temple, and it continues to inspire many literary works. According to the legend, when King Narasimhadeva decided to build the Konark temple to fulfil the dream of his mother, he invited twelve hundred artists from all corners of Orissa to build it. ...


External Links

  • The official web site of Tourism Department, Government of Orissa (http://konark.nic.in)
  • Konark Sun Temple (http://www.templenet.com/Orissa/konark.html)

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The population of Konarak and its surrounding town and villages as estimated is around 154,912 people.
With a population of 154,912 persons and covering an area of 17,155 sq km Konarak is composed of Chabahar, and Negoor towns, three districts, 9 district villages and 557 villages.
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