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Konark Beach & Chandrabhaga
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Konark Beach & Chandrabhaga

Konark, Odisha, India

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Overview

The Blue Flag beach beside the Sun Temple — the Chandrabhaga sands where pilgrims greet the sun on Magha Saptami each winter.

Why visit: A certified-clean beach with the world heritage temple next door.

Things to do
  • ›Blue Flag boardwalk
  • ›Sun-worship festival
  • ›Konark temple combo
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Travel Information

Best time

Oct–Feb; Magha Saptami (Feb)

Entry fee

Free

Est. budget

₹100–400

Duration

2–3 hrs

Nearby attractions

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1.6 km
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Konark Sun Temple

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Konark Sun Temple Museum & Sound Show

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Kuruma Buddhist Site

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Ramachandi Temple

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Beleswar Beach & Temple

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Marine Drive Puri-Konark

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Balighai Beach

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