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Kandariya Mahadev Temple

(Known as: The Great God of the Cave)

Khajuraho | Madhya Pradesh | India

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Quick facts of Kandariya Mahadev Temple

Great for: Khajuraho Group of Monuments, Shiva Temple, Intrinsic carving works

Ideal Duration: 2-3 hours

Open Time: Throughout the year

Accessability:

Nearest Airport: Kanpur, Jabalpur

Nearest Railway Station: Khajuraho

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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.

Built by King Dhangadeva of the Chandela dynasty, Kandariya Mahadev Temple is one of the best temples from the Medieval period, built between 1025-1050 AD.

The fabulous artistic representation of erotic and sensuous carvings will mesmerize your eyes. The temple is often very quiet with a cool breeze that will make you more hungry to know about wonderful carvings.

Around 646 stunning statues are beautifully carved in its boundary which gives it a new perspective on India's cultural heritage.

The temple is well known for carvings, and sculptures that tell about a large number of intrinsic carvings of the medieval period.

The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, and it preserves the lingam in a unique way. So, for this reason, this temple is visited by a large number of devotees every year.

Kandariya Mahadev Temple Opening Timing, Entry timing and Ticket Price Details

Entry

Throughout the year 06:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Last Entry: 11:00 AM

Throughout the year 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM, Last Entry: 08:00 PM

Kandariya Mahadev Temple Ticket Price Details

Entry Fees

Indians: INR 35 (Adult 15Plus)

SAARC: INR 35 (Adult 15Plus)

BIMSTEC: INR 35 (Adult 15Plus)

Other Countries: INR 550 (Adult 15Plus)

For All: Free (Children Below15 yrs)

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Kandariya Mahadev Temple

(Known as: The Great God of the Cave)

Quick facts of Kandariya Mahadev Temple

Accessability:

Kandariya Mahadev Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

Kandariya Mahadev Temple Opening Timing, Entry timing and Ticket Price Details

Entry

Kandariya Mahadev Temple Ticket Price Details

Entry Fees

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