 In the Chattarpur district of Madhya Pradesh lays the renowned town of Khajuraho, which was once the famous capital of Chandela Capital. Of the earlier eighty-seven temples that inhabited the place, only twenty-five remain today. Constructed during the period from 950-1050 A.D. Khajuraho derives its name from the Khajur tree (the date palm tree) that can be found in abundance in the area. Having remained neglected for a major part of time, it was only during last century that these erotic sculptures with marvelous temples came to the notice of people. Khajuraho has been a hot tourist destination since. If you also want to tour this fascinating place, then book yourself with Khajuraho Temple Tours, India.
The temples of Khajuraho are a world heritage site and belong not just to India but also to the world. The Archeological Survey of India's dedicated efforts towards their conservation rank them against the best-preserved monuments of this antiquity. Built of sandstone in varying shades of buff, pink or pale yellow, each temple belong to a different sect, the Shiva, Vaishnava or Jaina Sects, but are often indistinguishable from one another to the inexpert eye. Every temple has an entrance, a hall, a vestibule and a sanctum. Windows were added to the larger temples to add a feeling of space and light. To witness this grandeur yourself, join us on Khajuraho Temple Tours, India.
The temples in Khajuraho are grouped into three geographical divisions, western, eastern and southern. The western division temples are best known and belong to the Kandariya Mahadev. Perfectly symmetrical, they soar as high as 31 km. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple has about 900 statues. The entrance arch, the massive pillars and ceilings are adorned with exquisite carvings, which leave the visitor awestruck. Beyond the archway of the Kandariya Mahadev, lie the six interior compartments comprising of the portico, main hall, transept, vestibule, sanctum and ambulatory. Apart from this, the Chitragupta Temple, Vishwanath Temple, Lakshamana Temple, Mantageshwara Temple, Ghantai Temple and many more all together add more charm and grace to the allure of celebrated Khajuraho Temples.
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