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About The Kork Beach The Kork Beach, located near Konark in Odisha, is a hidden gem waiting to be explored by beach lovers and adventure enthusiast...
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About The Ramchandi Beach The Ramchandi Beach is a serene and picturesque beach located near the famous Sun Temple in Konark, Odisha. Nestled between...
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About The Konark Sun Temple The Konark Sun Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the town of Konark in the Indian state of Odisha. The te...
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44 Kms from Konark is Pipli, a centre for applique work, which depict the essence of Oriya culture. It is also known for colourful and original awning...
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About The Chandipur Beach The Chandipur Beach, located in Konark, Odisha, is a unique beach known for its disappearing sea phenomenon. The water rece...
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About The Balighai Beach Balighai Beach, located near Konark in Odisha, is a beautiful and serene beach destination. The beach is known for its prist...
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About The Konark Beach Konark Beach, located in the town of Konark in Odisha, India, is a popular tourist destination known for its golden sands, cle...
Explore MoreThe most important place in Konark is the Sun Temple which is the backbone of the tourism here. However, the town also has some other places that are worth visiting.
Religious: The Sun Temple- dedicated to Sun God is the main attraction. It is also referred to as the Black Pagoda. This UNESCO World Heritage site has a remarkable architecture built in 13th century.
Ramchandi Temple- dedicated to the residing deity of Konark and Kuruma Monastery- built in 9th - 10th centuries A.D. are also worth a visit.
Beaches: The Chandrabhaga Sea Beach is an exotic location with an old lighthouse which gives a panoramic view. There is a natural deer park also in Chandrabhaga.
Pipli :
44 Kms from Konark is Pipli, a centre for applique work, which depict the essence of Oriya culture. It is also known for colourful and original awnings, canopies, garden and beach umbrellas, shoulder and handbags etc. The cocktail effect of the colours is certainly a feast for the eyes. Pipli, Orissa's appliqu capital, announces itself with loud colourful splashes of bright colour in the shop fronts. All kinds of handiwork are on sale in shops that line both sides of the main highway. Tour buses generally halt here for shopping.
