Khajuraho is also another beautiful location in the state of Madhya Pradesh. Khajuraho, you can explore all the places of historical importance and many other beautiful locations. Khajuraho is famous for its western group of Temples. There are around 14 Temples in total. People celebrate the beauty of Indian Classical Dance forms through acts and performances by world-famous artists. Grab this wonderful opportunity.
Kandariya Mahadev Temple
In the Khajuraho group of temples, Kandariya Mahadev temple is the largest and tallest Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The architectural styles of the temple resemble the Mount Kailash with the main spire at a height of 31 meters.
The Shiva Linga in the temple made of marble is the major attraction of the temple. Here you can see nearly 800 carved sculptures and 646 statues.
Chausath Yogini Temple
Chausath Yogini temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to 64 Yoginis means different forms of Mother Goddess. This temple in Khajuraho is the oldest one and most of the sculptures are ruined.
The temple structure is like a courtyard surrounded with numerous temples and these temples houses the Yoginis.
Lakshmana Temple
Lakshmana temple is one of the biggest stone temples in Khajuraho and it was dedicated to Lord Vishnu. In Khajuraho group of temples, this temple is the most popular one.
The major architectural attractions of this temple are detailed outer walls sculptures, Lord Vishnu’s reincarnation statue, some erotic structures and sculptures of elephants and horsemen etc.
Adinath Temple
Adinath temple is a well-known Jainism temple dedicated to Jain Tirthankara Adinatha. Even though it is a Jainism temple but on the outer walls, Hindu deities was showcased.
The significant architectural attractions of this temple are different sculptures belongs to Jain and Hindu deities such as Yakshinis, Chakreshvari, Ambika, Garuda, etc. The lotus position of Adinath is the must-see statue in Adinath temple.
Matangeshwar Temple
Matangeshwar temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple is very famous in Khajuraho and ASI (Archaeological Survey of India) also declared this temple as Monument of National Importance.
Here in this temple, Lord Shiva is considered as sage Matang. In this temple, you can find numerous Shiva lingas. The ceiling of this temple adorns beautiful architectural sculptures but the exteriors and interiors of the temple remain plan.
Chitragupta Temple
Chitragupta Temple is a Hindu deity temple dedicated to Sun god Surya in Khajuraho. This temple is known for ornate and detail carvings. The major architectural attractions of this temple are the large hall with an octagonal ceiling and the Lord Vishnu’s 10 incarnations statue.
And the other attractions of Chitragupta temple are some erotic sculptures like mithuna couple, surasundaris, apsaras etc.
Chaturbhuj Temple
Chaturbhuj Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The importance of the Lord Vishnu deity in this temple is with four hands on a high platform.
The architectural attractions of this temple is also renowned for sculptures of Lord Brahma, Shiva, and Vishnu at the entrance and some sculptures of dikhpalas, nymphs, ashtavasus and mythical lions, etc. This temple exteriors or interiors don’t possess any erotic sculptures.
