KONARK ASI MUSEUM
Konark, Puri, Odisha, India
The Konark museum started in the year 1968 and maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India. The museum is located near the main temple in the north direction. The museum has four galleries that showcase 260 different fallen architectural pieces and sculptures that were found during the clearance work of Konark temple complex. The Konark museum is a treasure house for historians and art lovers and is open for public. First gallery of the museum holds 62 antiquities, out of which the image of Surya in sand stone, the Khandolite built reconstructed wheel, various incarnations of Lord Visnu, etc. are a major attractions. Second gallery exhibits 108 antiquities including reconstructed wall of temple, the drummer and the head of the crocodile in gigantic nature. Third gallery of this museum showcases 45 objects like celestial nymphs, image of Surya Narayana, Gaja Vyala, the king and his troop and various sensual figures. Recent addition to the museum is the fourth gallery, which holds exhibit of 45 artifacts including roaring lion, man tied by the elephant trunk, part of a Surya image, sensual couples and king witnessing dance performances are some of the art works displayed at this gallery.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
March to July
Do's & Dont's
- Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
- Don't touch the Artifacts.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdaySaturday | 09:00 AM | 05:00 PM | 10 | 5 |
- Friday is Holiday
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Konark Local Bus Stand |
1 KM | 18004194287 |
 Puri Railway Station |
35 KM | 139 |
 Biju Patnaik International Airport |
61 KM | 916742596322 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Konark | 1 KM |
Nearest Temples
SHREE NRUSINGHA TEMPLE
There are two deities of Lord Narasimha one behind the other
SHREE JAGANNATH TEMPLE COMPLEX
Earlierst temple in india built by King Anantavarman
CHAKRA TIRTHA TEMPLE
Dry Masonry building technique with laterite and sandstone
KONARK SUN TEMPLE
It is also known as the Black Pagoda
Nearest Attractions
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The beach is magnificent in the way if its natural beauty, clean water, ample white sand
OutdoorBLUE SPLASH WATER PARK
This park is famous for water rides and other activities
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Kuruma reached its peak during the 7th and 8th century
BoatingSATAPADA BOATING
Migratory birds do visit Satapada very often
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