Konark Sun Temple - Odisha

It is situated about 35kms away from Puri and 65 km from Bhubaneswar. This temple was built in 13th-century AD by king Narasimhadeva I of Eastern Ganga Dynasty. The temple is declared as UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

The whole temple represents a huge chariot of God Sun, having elaborately carved stone wheels, pillars and walls. It is also called the Black Pagoda. Most of its part now in ruins. The gigantic chariot with its twelve pairs of metaphorical wheels and seven horses is an eternal indication of the artistic sensibilities of the eternal race of life.

There is a museum having rare collection of sculptures from the ruins of this temple, opened from 9 AM to 5 PM. As a scenic spot, Konarak is very famous for the wide spread sand dunes and the palm casuarinas plantations. So, Konark deserve a visit for its nice beach also.