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Konark Sun Temple Museum & Sound Show
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Konark Sun Temple Museum & Sound Show

Konark, Odisha, India

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Overview

The ASI site museum of rescued Sun Temple sculptures and the evening light-and-sound show that brings the stone chariot's story alive.

Why visit: Understand Konark's genius, then watch it narrated in light.

Things to do
  • ›Recovered temple sculptures
  • ›Light-and-sound show
  • ›December dance festival
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Travel Information

Best time

Oct–Feb; Konark Dance Festival (Dec)

Entry fee

Museum ₹5; show ~₹50

Est. budget

₹100–400

Duration

2 hrs

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