Tour Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the history of the Konark Sun Temple through next-generation Augmented Reality (AR) technology.
- Witness the temple’s lost glory as 3D reconstructions bring intricate carvings and mythical sculptures to life.
- Enjoy a private guided tour with personalized attention — your host manages the AR kit and arranges a local cuisine lunch.
- Learn about the temple’s symbolism, architecture, and spiritual legacy through multilingual storytelling.
- Savor authentic Odia cuisine and travel comfortably with hotel pick-up and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Discover the Konark Sun Temple like never before — a perfect blend of heritage, technology, and storytelling. Book your Private AR Experience Tour today and witness history come alive in 3D.
Overview
Step into the past and experience India’s architectural brilliance like never before with the Konark Sun Temple Private AR Tour.
This immersive journey combines ancient heritage with cutting-edge technology, allowing you to witness the lost grandeur of the 13th-century Konark Sun Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dedicated to Surya, the Sun God. Through Microsoft HoloLens Augmented Reality, watch the colossal stone chariot of the Sun God come alive — its twelve intricately carved wheels rotating, and seven majestic horses galloping across the heavens. Marvel as centuries-old sculptures animate before your eyes, revealing stories of devotion, art, and cosmic symbolism through 3D visuals and multilingual audio narration.
Built by King Narasimhadeva I, the temple stands as an architectural wonder designed in the form of a giant chariot, carrying Surya across the sky. Once known as “The Black Pagoda”, it served as a landmark for sailors on the Bay of Bengal.
The highlight of the tour is the Konark Wheel AR Experience, where you engage with a lifelike 3D reconstruction of the Wheel — decoding its astronomical precision, timekeeping mechanism, and hidden meanings in Indian craftsmanship. Enjoy a private, personalized experience at your own pace, with expert guidance, a traditional Odia lunch, and seamless hotel transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Inclusions
- Augmented Reality Experience with Microsoft HoloLens
- 3D Reconstruction of the Konark Wheel
- Multilingual Audio-Visual Storytelling
- Private Guided Tour
- Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-Off (AC Vehicle)
- Authentic Local Cuisine Lunch
- Dedicated Host to Manage AR Kit and Arrangements
Important Information
- This tour includes an Augmented Reality experience using Microsoft HoloLens.
- The Konark Sun Temple, built in the 13th century, is designed as a colossal stone chariot with seven horses and twelve wheels.
- The tour supports sustainable tourism, employing local guides and vendors to benefit the community.
- Suitable for all age groups — AR headset assistance provided by trained hosts.
- Please carry valid ID proof during the tour.
- Comfortable footwear is recommended as some walking is involved around the temple complex.
Cancellation Policy
- This experience is non-refundable once confirmed.
- In case of weather or technical issues affecting the AR setup, the operator will attempt to reschedule the session based on availability.
Child Policy
- Children under 3 years old: Free of charge
- Children aged 3 to 12 years: Charged at the child rate
- Children 12 years and above: Considered adults for pricing
Things to Carry
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunglasses / Hat / Cap
- Water bottle
- Valid ID proof
- Mobile power bank
- Sunscreen lotion (SPF 40+)