Konark Sun Temple
Deities

Konark Sun Temple

Koṇārka Sūrya — chariot-temple of the Sun

Status · Anusandhāna
Source · Tier 2
Tradition · Hindu
Period · 1250 CE

Konark Sun Temple

UNESCO World Heritage. Built by Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga dynasty in 1250 CE. 24 wheels (representing 24 hours), 7 horses (representing 7 days of the week). Unique chariot-temple architecture.

❀

✦Wisdom Graph: Divine Associations✦

Offerings
flowersincensecoconut
Sacred colours
redgold

🛕 Principal Temples

🎊 Festivals

  • Annual festival
    varies by site