One of the famous Beaches in India is Konark beach,it is falling on the Golden Triangle circuit of Eastern India besides Bhubaneswar and Puri.
Konark is famed in the annals of history for its exquisite Sun Temple, and is equally renown for its lovely beach front.
Konark enjoys a mixture of tourists compared to other Beaches in India. who are either holidays makers or pilgrims to majestic Sun Temple of Konark.
The journey to this seaside place offers an insight into the beauty and charisma of the beach.
One speciality for this among Beaches in Orissa is Chandrabhaga, the wide open beach of Konark is rated amongst the finest Beaches in India on the eastern coastline.
The long stretch of sylvan sands, soothing blue sea rushing in the rolling waves makes the Konark beach one most lovely place to relax and rewind after a hectic schedule.
Konark is fine blend of ancient architecture and beautiful natural surroundings.
At a strolling distance from the beach is the Sun Temple-aworld heritage site, boasting of the richness of the ancient Indian art and architecture.
Nearby is the Archaeological Museum that contains manys culptures and carvings, giving an insight into the Sun Temple architecture.
On the bank of the river Kushabhadra, the famous Ramchandi Temple is situated which is just 10km away from the Sun Temple.
Kapileswar,Saiva shirne on the desolate sand dunes, surrounded by causrina trees and peaceful atmosphere make it one of the desire destination to travelers. It is just 12km away from Konark.
One can also take a glimpse of the local fishermen at work.
The sunrise at the Konark beach is a visual treat for the eyes and is also an ideal spot for sun-bathing.
This nice and quiet beach is about 3-km from the temple.The currents can be strong here, so swimming can be dangerous.
Konark hosts a dance festival annually in the month of December known as,the Konark Dance Festival.
Held in an open-air theatre, and very close to the Sun Temple, which makes an excellent backdrop to the Festival, the dance Festival of Konark is a must see event of Konark.
The festival with the performances by the eminent classical dancers of India is a virtual entertainment to the lovers of the classical art forms of dance and music,coming from across the globe.
The various dance forms like Odissi, Bharatnatyam, Manipuri, Kathak and Chhow are performed at the same stage.
Konark has a moderate temperature throughout the year. Temperature in the summer months touches a high of 35°C and a low of 23°C,respectively.
Winter months are relatively cold with a maximum and minimum temperature of 27°C and 16°C, respectively.
HOW TO GET THERE :
Air:
Konark does not have an airport and the nearest airport is at Bhubaneswar 65 km away.
Rail:
The railheads nearest to Konark are again at Puri and Bhubaneswar.
Road:
Konark is well connected with other parts of the country through a good network of roads.Travelers can make use of taxis, private cars, and mini buses to move around the city and to reach the Sun Temple.
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