ASI Restricts Entry of Visitors to 'Nata Mandap' of Konark Sun Temple: Here's Why

ASI restricts entry of visitors to 'Nata Mandap' of Konark Sun Temple: Here's why

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has prohibited tourists from entering the 'Nata Mandap' of the Konark Sun Temple in Odisha's Puri district. According to a directive issued on Saturday, visitors will no longer be permitted to climb the 'Nata Mandap' of the 13th-century temple or touch the sculpted stone artworks.   Security personnel have been deployed at the site to ensure strict compliance with the new order. Why tourists are barred fr…

Visitors banned at Sun temple’s Nata Mandap

On Saturday, the ASI officials deployed security personnel at the entry point of Nata Mandap to prevent tourists from climbing atop the structure.

Safety First: Konark Temple Blocks Nata Mandap for Visitors

Visitors to the magnificent Konark Sun Temple in Odisha will no longer have access to the ‘Nata Mandap’, following a directive from the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). The decision, which took effect over the weekend, aims to protect the ancient monument and its patrons. Tourists are now barred from climbing onto or touching the intricate stone sculptures of the Nata Mandap. Security personnel have been deployed to enforce this new rule. T…

ASI restricts entry of visitors to 'Nata Mandap' of Konark Sun Temple - OrissaPOST

Konark: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has barred tourists from entering the ‘Nata Mandap’ of the Konark Sun Temple in Odisha’s Puri district. As per the directive issued by the ASI Saturday, tourists will no longer be allowed to climb the ‘Nata Mandap’ of the 13th-century temple or touch the sculpted stone artworks. Security personnel have been deployed to enforce the order. Justifying the move, ASI Superintendent Archaeologist DB Gad…

ASI Bans Visitor’s Entry To Nata Mandap At Konark Sun Temple In Odisha

Puri: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has imposed restrictions on visitors climbing the Nata Mandap at the Konark Sun Temple in Odisha’s Puri district as a safety measure. According to the ASI, the decision to prevent tourists from entering the area has been taken in view of safety concerns and the need to protect the structure at the UNESCO world heritage site As per the directive, visitors will no longer be allowed to move on to the N…

ASI restricts access to Nata Mandap at Konark Sun Temple in Odisha

Konark (Puri): The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has imposed restrictions on tourists climbing the Nata Mandap at the Konark Sun Temple in Odisha’s Puri district, citing safety concerns and the need to protect the heritage structure. As per the directive issued on Saturday, tourists will no longer be allowed to climb the Nata Mandap or touch the sculpted stone artworks. Security personnel have been deployed to ensure compliance at the UNE…