Konark Dance Festival

Konark Dance Festival is a magnificent carnival that is organized during the salubrious winter months of December. One of the eminent Orissa festivals, Konark Dance festival is organized within the precincts of the spectacular and awe inspiring Sun Temples of Konarak.

The age-old Konark Temples that were constructed way back in the 13th century have been officially declared as a World Heritage Site. Consequently, myriads of tourists, sightseers and pilgrims from all corners of the globe flock to the stunning temple. One of the biggest attractions of the Konarak Temple happens to be the exquisite Natamandir or the dancing hall. The grand hall illustrates the architectural brilliance of the are and the consummate skill and expertise of the ancient craftsmen. While the walls are adorned with intricate artistic designs that depict scenes from the ancient era. The room is charged with intense emotions and passions and also houses sculptures of the musicians accompanied by drums and cymbals and pretty dancers striking the quintessential Odissi poses.

The celebrations of the Konarak Dance Festival commences in the open air amphitheater that overlooks the breathtaking backdrop of the stately temples that are beautifully illuminated at night. The serene atmosphere engulfs tourists with an overwhelming aura of peace and quietude and contentment and the resonance of the melody creates a magical ambiance and transports the audience into an Utopian Elysium.

The Konarak Dance Festival is not only a hallmark of the cultural extravaganzas of Orissa, it also provides a platforms for the talented inveterate dances to showcase their talents and the debutantes their much needed break. This festival is a dream come true for the patrons of fine arts.