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| Konark Temple- Odisha (Source) |
Winters were at their full peak and it was the perfect time to run away from the extra chilling weather of National Capital and find some solace somewhere on the sea beach. So again the quest of choosing a coastal region began. Since I had been to the western coast of India i.e. Goa I chose the Land of Gods i.e. Puri, Konark and Bhubaneswar this time.
I along with 2
of my friends found us on the flight to Bhubaneswar . Post landing Biju Patnaik International
Airport we straightaway headed to Konark
where Sun Temple of India is
located. I have heard and read a lot about Konark Temple since my childhood and
finally getting a chance to be there was an exciting moment for me.
Going down the history lane, this magnificent piece of architecture was built in 13th century AD. Also known as Black Pagoda, this temple is built in the form a gigantic chariot devoted to Lord Sun rightfully earning a place in UNESCO World Heritage Site.It is a sensual temple devoted to pleasure.
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This great
architecture is supported by 24 exquisitely carved wheels which are pulled by 7
horses. The carvings on the wheel and on the walls of the temple sing their own
tale of magnificence. The style is remotely connected to the Kalinga architecture, though much of
the structure has collapsed with the course of time and what we see currently
is the temple in ruins. Because of this there is regular maintenance work that
is been undertaken by the government.
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Because the
structure is in ruins, the route to major deity and the actual temple was
closed for the people way back in 1903. All we can witness is the grandeur of
this old Indian architecture from outside only.
The carvings on the temple are very famous among the people for very obvious reasons. They are the erotic carvings taken right out of the book of Kamasutra. Yes this place is the second Khajuraho! We went through the carvings in detail, and attaching few of the pictures for your pleasure.
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Along with the
erotic carvings there are little, unique and precisely done handwork on the
walls and pillars of the temple that caught our attention too. Also there is a
well-developed garden in the complex of this heritage temple. We got hold of a beautiful bird in the garden.
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Post visiting
the enigmatic sculptures and carvings of Sun Temple, we headed towards the Chandrabhaga beach. I had come to this
part of India to actually sit and chill on the beach. This was my first encounter with the Bay of
Bengal!
Chandrabhaga beach is situated at just 3 kms from the Konark temple. It is one of the most pristine and calm beaches in Odisha. We reached there in no time. We noticed that there were a few people and few fishermen who had by their daily routine came to earn their living. I removed my slippers and started walking bare-footed on the wet sand. Water kept on splashing on my feet and this was the feeling that I was longing for !!!
After walking for some distance, we were all alone with only noises of birds chirping and water splashing. That’s when I
achieved my goal of coming to this place. I am attaching the pictures to
describe the moment.
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I didn't saw any boats, fishermen or camels at Chandrabhaga beach as described by few travellers on their visit . But still the first day of my Eastern Coast excursion went just as I had wanted! We will visit Puri and Chilika Lake – the largest brackish water lagoon of Asia in the next article.
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| Fishermen at Chandrabagha Beach (Source) |
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Thank you for sharing information about Odisha tour packages! Odisha is truly a gem with its rich cultural heritage, beautiful temples, and stunning beaches. If anyone is planning a trip, these Odisha tour packages seem like the perfect way to explore the best of what the state has to offer. Looking forward to more details on what’s included!
"Konark is truly a masterpiece of architecture and history! 🌞 The Sun Temple’s intricate carvings and rich heritage leave you in awe, while Chandrabhaga Beach offers the perfect serene escape. ❤️ A blend of spirituality, art, and nature at its finest! Definitely a must-visit destination. "
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