Sun Temple in Odisha’s Konark is likely to host one of five key meetings, focusing on the “culture track”, during India’s G20 Presidency. India is expected to host over 200 meetings across the country after assuming the Presidency of the G20 for one year from December 1, 2022, to November 30, 2023. Besides Konark, which is 65 km from Bhubaneswar, the other four proposed well-known monuments and UNESCO World Heritage Sites are Khajuraho (Madhya Pradesh), Hampi (Karnataka) and Agra Fort and Taj Mahal (Agra), the Indian Express reported.
Four famous Hindu temples in South Asia; Business Standard
These ancient temples, mostly built by powerful rulers, have survived to this date. They are visited by pilgrims and tourists from all over the world…
Heritage On Money: Did You Know About These Wonders On Back Of Indian Currency Notes?; Jigyasa Sahay; india.com
Did you know Indian Currency has UNESCO recognised World Heritage Sites printed on its back? Read on to know which all Indian wonders made it to the denominations.
Source: Heritage On Money: Did You Know About These Wonders On Back Of Indian Currency Notes?
5 Diverse Cultural And Heritage Experiences You Can Have Only In Odisha; News 18
It’s known for Jagannath Temple in Puri, one of India’s four dhams and devotion for the deity is apparent all through its unique arts and crafts…
Source: 5 Diverse Cultural And Heritage Experiences You Can Have Only In Odisha
24 Must See Things At Konark Sun Temple In Odisha; Anuradha Goyal; Inditales
Konark Sun Temple in Odisha, dedicated to Sun, mesmerizes you with jewelers precision in its sculptures and with the scale at the same time.
Source: 24 Must See Things At Konark Sun Temple In Odisha | Inditales
Konarak Sun Temple; Avantika Lal; Ancient History
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Odisha’s Golden Triangle. Have You Been?; Uttara Gangopadhyay; Outlook India
Travel Diaries 2019: Things you must do when visiting Konark; Saurav Ranjan Datta; Hindustan Times
Not far from Puri, around 35 km away, and an hour’s drive is the Konark Sun Temple, an UNESCO World Heritage Site and a structure which has inspired awe in the hearts and minds of all the enlightened souls who have witnessed its sublime architecture.
Source: Travel Diaries 2019: Things you must do when visiting Konark | travel | Hindustan Times
Waterfalls, wildlife sanctuaries, acres of lush green: Here’s a glimpse of rustic Odisha; Shireen Kanchwala; Economic Times
Odisha has on offer a unique perspective on culture and history.
Source: Waterfalls, wildlife sanctuaries, acres of lush green: Here’s a glimpse of rustic Odisha
Know Your Monument: The Sun Temple at Konark; Swathi Gopalakrishnan; Indian Express
In the fifth edition of this series on Indian monuments by Sahapedia, Swathi Gopalakrishnan looks at the magnificent Sun Temple of Konark. Built in the 13th century, this tribute to Surya in the form of a massive celestial chariot continues to awe visitors with its architectural depiction of the Sun’s journey through time.