Khajuraho

When talking about the temple complexes in India, there is one name that can never be missed – Khajuraho. This small town, located in the Bundelkhand region, is included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites for its Jain temples that were built between 950 and 1050. What makes this temple complex one of its kind is the erotic carvings that reflect Chandela dynasty's appreciation for the forbidden art of Kama Sutra.

  1. Lakshmana Temple

    Lakshmana Temple is the oldest, yet best-preserved shrine of the western group of monuments in Khajuraho. Built by Yasovarman in 954, this temple is devoted to Lord Vishnu in His Varaha, Narasimha and Vamana avatars.

  2. Chaturbhuj Temple

    A part of the southern temple complex, the Chaturbhuj Temple is revered to be the only shrine in Khajuraho that is devoid of erotic sculptures. Dating back to 1100, this temple enshrines an idol of four-armed Lord Vishnu.

  3. Kandariya Mahadeva Temple

    The largest shrine at Khajuraho, the Kandariya Mahadeva Temple is internationally famed for featuring some of the greatest masterpieces created by Indian artisans. A part of the western group, this Shiva temple was built by Vidyadhara around 1050.

  4. Parshvanatha Temple

    Built from 950-970, the Parshvanatha Temple is revered worldwide as the biggest Jain forehead at the temple town of Khajuraho. It is designed elaborately and comprises some of the most wonderful sculptures and exterior wall styles.

  5. Adinatha Temple

    Although in ruins, the Adinatha Temple is world famous for lavish embellishments that include sculpted figures of dancing apsaras laden with beautiful ornaments. A highlight of this temple is its only spire that is designed with chaitya-arch styles.

  6. Western Group of Temples

    Among the popular shrines in the Western Group of Temples are Devi Jagdambi Temple, Lakshmana Temple and Kandariya Mahadeva Temple. Amongst these, the Lakshmana Temple, built in 954, is the oldest, yet best-preserved.

  7. Southern Group of Temples

    A part of the Southern Group of Temples, the Chaturbhuj Temple is revered to be the only shrine in Khajuraho that is devoid of erotic sculptures. Other famed temples of the southern complex include Parshvanatha and Adinatha Temple.

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