Konark in the state of Orissa is world famous for the Sun Temple, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the annual Dance Festival, and its beautiful sandy beaches.
Konark Sun Temple is an architectural marvel and one of the finest monuments in India. The annual dance festival is a five-day cultural extravaganza that invites unique dance talent from across the country. This festival is a grand celebration of our country’s rich cultural and artistic heritage, an event to truly enjoy the various forms of dance invented by our country. The celebrations take place against the backdrop of the Temple of the Sun, adding grandeur and splendor to the entire program.
In addition, It also hosts the Sun Festival, where devotees pray to the sun god while diving into the sea. The dance festival also hosts a craft mela where one can purchase unique and exquisitely handcrafted pieces that beautifully reflect the Oriya art form.
