Khajuraho

(Known as: Khajuraho Group of Monuments, Khajuraho Temples, UNESCO Heritage Site Khajuraho)

Madhya Pradesh | India

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Great for: Khajuraho Group of Temples, UNESCO World Heritages Sites, Ancient Temples

Temperature: Max. 40° C, Min. 24° C

Ideal Duration: 4-6 Days

Open Time: Throughout the year

Best Time: 1st October - 31st March

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Nearest Airport: Kanpur, Jabalpur

Nearest Railway Station: Khajuraho

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Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, India

Famous for Nagara-style architecture, a UNESCO World Heritage Site situated in MP, built during Chandella dynasty, come and visit to know the great story of it.

Khajuraho is known around the world for its ancient history and finest carvings. It is built between 950 to 1050 AD, and depicts various forms of carvings like Spiritual Teachings, kinship, wrestling, meditation and most importantly erotic art. It is also the house of many fine sculptures and exceptional architectural skill, that makes it one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India. It is the solid proof of the Indian architecture and its culture back in the medieval period, that's why it will leave you in amazement. Khajuraho's art is a manifestation of the essence of the Indian philosophical aesthetics. The erotic sculptures of Khajuraho depicting Kama Sutra are unique in the world. These sculptures representing the Indo-Aryan architecture, congeal in stone a lyrical paean to love and passion and reflect the Chandela dynasty's passion and immense appreciation for the forbidden art, paradoxically, in the land of Kama Sutra. They cannot be passed off as just erotic sculptures, the temples have the revered gods of Hinduism.

Top 22 Attractions in Khajuraho

Dulhadev Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Dulhadev Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, who is worshiped in the form of a Shivaling here. A popular Shiva temple in Khajuraho, also called as Duladeo.

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Lakshman Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Lakshmana Temple a majestic temple from western group of temples of Khajuraho, built in 10th century and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, UNESCO Heritage..

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Parsvanath Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Parsvanatha Temple, built in 950 CE, biggest temple in Jain temple complex, now dedicated to Parsvanatha, built as an Adinatha shrine during the Chandela time!

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Javari Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Javari temple is one of the famous temple in khajuraho, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It has Some sensuous and beautiful sculptures inside and outside the temple.

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Devi jagdamba Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Devi Jagdamba Temple is from northern group of temples of Khajuraho, It is one of the most finely decorated shrines with most beautiful erotic carvings.....

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State Museum of Tribal and Folk Art, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Museum of Tribal and Folk Art is a window into the rich Heritage of India's cultural evolution. Here you realize that peeping into the history is also fun.

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Raneh Falls, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

These beautiful Raneh falls are 21 km away from Khajuraho and a worth to visit place, don't miss it if you are planning to go to Khajuraho, a must visit place.

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Adinath Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Adinath Temple is the part of UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is a Jain temple and dedicated to the first Jain Tirthankar Adinatha, a must visit temple.

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Khajuraho Dance Festival, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Khajuraho Dance Festival showcases Classical Dances of India, Bharatnatyam, Katthak, Kutcipuri, Kathakali and more Indian classical and artistic dance forms.

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Chaturbhuj Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Historic Chaturbhuj Temple comprises Three Lords The Vishnu, The Shiva and The Krishna together, which is the rarest available idol located in Orchha, MP.

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Matangeshwar Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Ancient Matangeshwar Temple built in the 9th century by the King Chandra Dev of the Chandela Dynasty, it is dedicated to Lord Shiva and still an active temple.

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Dhubela Museum, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Largest Museum of Madhya Pradesh houses the Historical Stories, Sculptures, Statue, Paintings, Weapons, Mirrors and lots more from Medival Period of India.

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Jain Museum, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

A 10th-century Jain Temple at Eastern Group of Temples of Khajuraho, to know about the ancient sculptures and statues of Jain Trithankaras and Yakshis.

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Vishwanath Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

The Vishwanath Temple is the Hindu temple in the Western Group of temples of Khajuraho, temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva(Vishwanath) The Lord of the Universe!

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Varaha Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

The Varaha, seems like an elephant from far, on close inspection it appeared to be a boar, which is said to be one of the Avatar of Lord Vishnu. Come and enjoy.

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Kandariya Mahadev Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Kandariya Mahadev Temple is an unbelievable structure of ancient indian architecture with many magnificent carvings, temple from Khajuraho groups of temples.

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Chitragupta Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Chitragupta Temple is an 11th century temple of western group of temples in Khajuraho of Madhya Pradesh. This master piece is dedicated to Surya Dev.

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Nandi Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Nandi Temple is a part of Western Group of temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Khajuraho, dedicated to Nandi bull, devotee of Lord Shiva, in Khajuraho.

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Vaman Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Vamana Temple is from the eastern group of temples of Khajuraho, built around 1050-1075 AD and has really beautiful, graceful and attractive sculptures.......

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Beni Sagar Dam, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Beni Sagar Dam, built over River Khudar, is situated at the boundary of Khajuraho City. The lush Green surroundings create a pleasing atmosphere near the dam.

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Archeological Museum, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

It is situated near the Western Group of Temples in Khajuraho and also known as Jardine Museum. House of many ancient artefacts from the 10th and 12th century.

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Khajuraho

(Known as: Khajuraho Group of Monuments, Khajuraho Temples, UNESCO Heritage Site Khajuraho)

Quick facts of Khajuraho

Accessability:

Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, India

Top 22 Attractions in Khajuraho

Dulhadev Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Lakshman Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Parsvanath Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Javari Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Devi jagdamba Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

State Museum of Tribal and Folk Art, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Raneh Falls, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Adinath Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Khajuraho Dance Festival, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Chaturbhuj Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Matangeshwar Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Dhubela Museum, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Jain Museum, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Vishwanath Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Varaha Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Kandariya Mahadev Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Chitragupta Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Nandi Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Vaman Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Beni Sagar Dam, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Archeological Museum, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Upcoming Events

Khajuraho Dance Festival

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