Tag: 13th Century

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Interpretation centre thrown open to public at Sun Temple

Konark: The interpretation centre at Konark was thrown open for public visit providing tourists with more options to relish history of the 13th century old Sun Temple in Konark. A 60-seater audio-visual auditorium has been created in the centre that will be used to show films on the origin and history of Sun Temple. The […]

  • Monday, 26 July 2021
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Foreign tourist footfall at Sun Temple declines

Konark: The footfall of foreign tourists to the 13th century Sun Temple in Konark has considerably declined in the recent years stroking concerns among the people. Sources said the number of foreign tourists visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site have decreased to half in the last twenty years. Reports said around 14 lakh tourists visited […]

  • Wednesday, 23 June 2021
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