Stories Events Things To Do. The story behind the name According to local legends, there is an interesting story of how and why the temples are ca Read Story Khajuraho: Lost and found The Khajuraho temples were built by the Chandelas while they ruled the region. Over the cen Read Story Khajuraho is all about its chain of magnificent tem Read Story Things to do after seeing the Beautiful Temples in Khajuraho When it comes to exploring the architecture and his Read Story Di Know More Street Souvenir at Khajurao Apart from exploring the architectural beauty of Khajuraho, this site is also famous for unique souvenir shopping.
Rajas' Cafe Raja Cafe, a place to be while in Khajuraho, provides luscious cuisines from all across the globe. Mrigynaynee Emporium Mrigynaynee Emporium is the best place to buy a wide variety of state originated handlooms such as Chanderi, Maheshwari and hand textiles. Points of Interest. Adivart Tribal and Folk Art Museum An ideal place for history lovers, the museum has a rich collection of tribal and folk art and artefacts.
Brahma Temple The Brahma Temple has a unique pyramid-shaped roof that carries the five manifestations of Shiva, a composite image of his powers and potentialities. Chaunsat Yogini Probably the oldest Yogini temple of India and the oldest temple in Khajuraho, this temple was built in the 9th century. Chitragupta Temple One of the most unique, this temple has beautiful depictions of hunting and elephant fights. Devi Jagdamba Temple One of the most prominent temples with very fine sculptures visible over three bands of carvings.
Kandariya Mahadev One of the tallest temples in Khajuraho, Kandariya Mahadev is built in the shape of a mountain. Lakshmana Temple The best preserved Khajuraho temple, this large structure took over 20 years to build. Parsvanath Temple The largest of the Jain temples, this well-preserved structure is famous for its exceptional construction and intricate sculptures.
Sound and Light Show One of the best evening activities to be a part of in Khajuraho is its sound and light show.
Chatarbhuj Temple A temple dedicated to lord Vishnu which means one who has four arms. View Details View Details. Of the surviving temples, the Kandariya Mahadeva Temple is decorated with a profusion of sculptures with intricate details, symbolism and expressiveness of ancient Indian art. The Khajuraho group of temples were built together but were dedicated to two religions, Hinduism and Jainism, suggesting a tradition of acceptance and respect for diverse religious views among Hindus and Jains in the region.
The temples are around 50km from its district centre chhatarpur. It is well connected with roads from various cities of india like delhi, bhopal. Larger temples had an additional pair of transepts and were accompanied by subsidiary shrines on the four corners of its jagati. The temples of Khajuraho are known for the harmonious integration of sculptures with their architecture. All surfaces are profusely carved with anthropomorphic and non-anthropomorphic motifs depicting sacred and secular themes.
Sculptures depicting acts of worship, clan and minor deities, and couples in union, all reflect the sacred belief system. Other themes mirror social life through depictions of domestic scenes, teachers and disciples, dancers and musicians, and amorous couples. The composition and finesse achieved by the master craftsmen give the stone surfaces of the Khajuraho temples a rare vibrancy and sensitivity to the warmth of human emotions.
Criterion iii : The temples of Khajuraho bear an exceptional testimony to the Chandella culture, which flourished in central India before the establishment of the Delhi Sultanate at the beginning of the 13th century CE. Khajuraho Group of Monuments includes all the elements necessary to express its Outstanding Universal Value, including 23 temples that together demonstrate the originality and high quality attained in northern Indian Nagara-style temple architecture.
To safeguard the temples within their landscape setting, the western, eastern, and southern clusters are each fenced, thus delineating the protected limits. This curbs the spill-over of settlements that once comprised a part of the Chandella Empire. Identified potential threats to the integrity of the property include the nearby Khajuraho Airport, in the form of possible vibrations, increased volume of dust particles, etc.
The property is fully authentic in terms of its location and setting, forms and designs, and materials and substance. Its historic location has not changed. The forms, designs, and materials authentically illustrate the elements of the mature form of northern Indian temple architecture, including a combination of saptaratha plan topped by a form of shikhara unique to the Nagara style.
Set in a picturesque landscape, these temples show the celebration of Chandella culture and power. The AMASR Acts also delineate prohibited and regulated areas extending m and m respectively from the designated monument. The land abutting the monuments is managed jointly by the Revenue official i. In addition to the aforementioned protective designations, the rural landscape is managed by the Nagar panchayat town-level governance through the Madhya Pradesh Bhumi Vikas Rules , which can regulate and protect heritage sites.
Clause 17 of Section 49 of the Madhya Pradesh Panchayati Rajya Adhiniyam Act includes a provision for the preservation and maintenance of monuments.
The Archaeological Survey of India reviews and strategizes the allocation of resources in consonance with the identified needs.
Issues such as interventions, training, research, and outreach are determined annually on the basis of site inspections and assessments.
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