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	Konark, Information about Konark, Konark Tour
		Konark is one of the most vivid architectural treasures of the Hindu India.
		Konark is known for the famous Sun Temple.
		The main tourist attraction in Konark is the Sun Temple.
	www.indovacations.net /english/AboutKonark.htm (573 words)

	Konark,Temple of The Sun,Konark Sun Temple,Konark Temples,Konarak Travel Guide
		It is situated on the seashore, 33-km north of Puri and 64-km from Bhubaneswar.
		Ramachandi is situated at the confluence of the River Kusabhadra and the Bay of Bengal.
		Konark, lying in the country's tropical belt is amiable all the year round.
	www.indiantravelportal.com /konark (881 words)

	Kamat's Potpourri - The Sun Temple of Konark
		Magnificent in its construction, the temple of the Sun at Konark (a.k.a Konarak), about twenty miles northeast of Puri, has been hailed as the supreme achievement of the architectural genius of Orissa, coming as it did at the apex of continuous development for centuries.
		It was built during the reign of the eastern Ganga King Narasimha Deva I (1238-64 see also the Ganga kings), but is now in ruins, with the heap of masonry forming a landmark which the sailors call the fl pagoda, to distinguish it from the white temples of Puri.
		This is indicative of the emergence of a phase in Hinduism known as Tantrism, the mithuna ritual of which is depicted in the carvings of this temple as well as of the temples in Mathura and Khajuraho.
	www.kamat.com /kalranga/nindia/orissa/konark.htm (597 words)

	Konark Dance Festival
		Though dance dominates the Konark festival, the event is a complete cultural encounter, wherein the traditional arts and craft of Orissa are on display.
		Konark, after which the festival has been named, is the place to see and experience the richness of Indian culture and heritage through this festival.
		The town of Konark is at a distance of
	www.indianvisit.com /ivnew/fairsandfestivals/festivalsofindia/konarkdance.htm (966 words)

	Konark Tourism, Konark Travel Attractions, Konark Temple Destination in Orissa : India Line Travel
		Konark is one of the better known names that comes to our mind when we talk of Orissa.
		Konark is most famous for the magnificent Sun Temple that makes this small town, a really big name in the world of tourism.
		Konark is one of the most visited towns in Orissa but still there are not many places to stay.
	www.indialine.com /travel/orissa/konark (1126 words)

	Information on Konark Sun Temple,India
		Konark Sun Temple is located,in the state of Orissa near the sacred city of Puri.
		Konark was one of the earliest centres of Sun worshipping in India.
		Konark Dance Festival A dance festival is held in an open-air theatre built near the Sun Temple every year in the month of December.
	www.indiaplaces.com /india-monuments/konark-sun-temple.html (933 words)

	KonarkTravel Guide,Konark Tourism, Konark Tour, Konark Map, Konark India, Konark tourist attraction, Konark tourist ...
		The temple city of Konark is situated in the eastern state of Orissa at a distance of around 65 kms from Bhubaneswar and 35 kms from Puri.
		She is a mother goddess with the face of a boar and is depicted holding a fish in one hand and a cup in another.
		The Sun Temple Konark Built by Raja Narsimhadeva of the Ganga dynasty, in the 13th century AD, the temple is the culmination of Orissan temple architecture.
	www.tourtravelworld.com /city_guide/konark.html (667 words)

	The Sun Temple at Konark
		Konark is one of the well known tourist attractions of Orissa.
		Bhubaneshwar, Konark and Puri constitute the Golden triangle of Orissa, visited in large numbers by pilgrims and tourists.
		The Melakkadambur Shiva temple, built in the form of a chariot during the age of Kulottunga Chola I (1075-1120), is the earliest of this kind, and is still in a well preserved state.
	www.templenet.com /Orissa/konark.html (555 words)

	Tourist Destinations in Orissa - Konark
		The magnificent Sun Temple at Konark is the culmination of Orissan temple architecture, and one of the most stunning monuments of religious architecture in the world.
		Konark was an important port from early times, and was known to the geographer Ptolemy in the second century AD.
		Konark has been called one of the last Indian temples in which a living tradition was at work, the 'brightest flame of a dying lamp'.
	orissatourism.gov.in /konark.html (1556 words)

	Konark
		Konark (or Konarak) is a small town in the state of Orissa, India, on the Bay of Bengal, sixty-five kilometres from Bhubaneswar.
		Konark is the site of the 13th-century Sun Temple (also known as the Black Pagoda), built in fl granite by King Narasimhadeva.
		Konark is also home to an annual dance festival, held every December, devoted to classical Indian dance forms, including the traditional classical dance of Orissa, odissi.
	www.paleorama.com /Lakes-K/Konark.php (206 words)

	Konark Sun Temple - Orissa, National Monuments of India, Monuments of Orissa, Orissa Travel, Orissa Tourism
		The Konark Sun Temple belongs to the Central Indian style of Temple architecture, though it does not have tall shikharas of the later temples of Orissa and Central India.
		Konark was once a bustling port at the time of the erstwhile kingdom of Kalinga (as the present day Orissa was known in the old days) and had good maritime trade relations with Southeast Asian countries.
		Konark does not have an airport and the nearest airports are at Bhubaneshwar 65 km away and Puri 35 km away.
	www.indianvisit.com /monuments-india/konark-sun-temple.htm (1087 words)

	Sun Temple in Orissa, Famous Konark Temple, Konark Sun Temple in Orissa : India Line Travel
		Sun Temple in Konark is close to both Bhubaneswar (64 Km) and Puri (35 Km).
		Closest airport is at Bhubaneswar whereas nearest railhead is in Puri.
		And if you are visiting Konark around December, do not forget to be a spectator at the electrifying Konark Dance Festival which showcases all Indian classical dances like Bharatnatyam, Odissi, Kuchipudi and many more.
	www.indialine.com /travel/orissa/konark/suntemple.html (864 words)

	Konark, Konark India, Konark Travel, Konark Tours, Travel to Konark, Tourism in Konark, Tour Packages for Konark, ...
		The summers in Konark are extremely hot with temperatures as high as 43oC and the region experiences heavy rainfall between July to September.
		Stone and Wood carvings of Konark are worth consideration as are the Patta paintings and the famous applique work of Pipli along with many other handicrafts of Orissa are sure to be a long-lasting memento of the delightful trip to the city.
		Konark chiefly consists of the chariot called 'the Black Pagoda' by the British, and its lofty ceremonial hall.
	www.goldentriangleindia.net /golden-triangle-east/konark-city.html (1200 words)

	konark-sun-temple picture slideshow - rohan slide shows
		Konark (or Konarak) SUN temple in orissa, India.
		Konark temple is located at sixty-five kilometres from Bhubaneswar.
		Konark Temple is given a place in World Heritage list.
	www.withfriendship.com /user/rohan/konark-sun-temple.php (152 words)

	Konark Dance Festival,Dance Festival of Orissa,Konark Sun Temple,Sun Temple of Konark,Orissa Sun Temple,Konark Sun ...
		The Sun Temple of Konark is also known as the 'Black Pagoda,' owing to the fl granite used in the construction of this 700-year old temple.
		The most attractive part of the temple is the 'Natyamandir' or the dancing hall, which is splashed all over with sculptures of various Odissi poses.
		The Konark Dance Festival is a melting point for various forms of dances.
	www.grouptourstoindia.com /india-fair-festivals/konark-dance-festival.html (239 words)

	Konark - India - Mark Moxon, Travel Writer
		However, Konark's carvings have a subject matter that is a world away from the seriousness of many other temples: Konark specialises in the (t)horny subject of sex, and other equally essential aspects of life.
		From intricate carvings of monogamy in a whole range of positions, to polygamy with varying numbers of women, up to polyandry and plenty of erect penises, Konark was fascinating.
		Konark was well worth the visit, even if there were plenty of touts chanting, 'I show you erotic sculpture, very sexy postcards, very nice, just looking, cheap price,' all day long.
	www.moxon.net /india/konark.html (674 words)

	Webindia123.com-Dance Festivals in India- Konark Dance Festival
		The sun temple in Konark, Orissa better known as 'Black Pagoda' is a magnificent structure built of fl granite designed as the chariot of the Sun God, drawn by seven exquisitely carved horses situated
		Rail : Puri(35km) and Bhubaneswar are the nearest railheads from Konark
		Road : Konark is connected by excellent all-weather roads with Puri (35-kms) and Bhubaneswar (65-kms).
	www.webindia123.com /festival/dance/konark.htm (220 words)

	Student Travel Information & Discounts - Events: Konark Dance Festival (Sun Temple, Konark, India)
		Student Travel Information & Discounts - Events: Konark Dance Festival (Sun Temple, Konark, India)
		Eminent classical Indian dancers perform against the backdrop of the floodlit Sun Temple at the annual Konark Dance Festival.
		The temple has been described as a poem in stone and is one of India's greatest architectural sights.
	www.istc.org /sisp/index.htm?fx=event&event_id=78472 (122 words)

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