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Wednesday, 16 November 2016

KHAJURAHO GROUP OF MONUMENTS, MADHYA PRADESH, TOP HERITAGE DESTINATION IN INDIA

Khajuraho
Kamasutra cravings embracing the Khajuraho’s three groups of temples are among the amazing temple art in the world. Situated in the state of Madhya Pradesh in India and about 1000AD year old; the temples of Khajuraho were constructed during the Chandella Dynasty. In these temples, you will also get to appreciate the marvels of Jain and Brahman monuments. It is the sheer beauty and architecture of these monuments, which made them UNESCO world heritage site.

Out of 85, only 22 managed to survive. In most of the monuments, sandstone of various colors is the main element of construction. All the monuments have entrance, hall, vestibule and a sanctum, and fresh air and proper light can enter from huge windows of the temples.

There are western region, eastern region and southern region of the Khajuraho. In the western part, you will find Kandariya Mahadeo, Chaunsat Yogini, Lakshamana Temple, Vishwanath Temple, Chitragupta Temple and Matangeshwara Temple. On the eastern part of Khajuraho, marvelous temples that can be spotted are Adinatha Temple, Brahma temple, Vamana temple, Ghantai Temple, Parsavanatha Temple and Javari temple. In the southern part, explore the Duladeo Temple, and Chaturbhuj Temple.

The Khajuraho Dance Festival is organized every year in the first week of February (1st to 7th). Through this festival, the visitors can relish an opportunity to get introduced with various classical Indian dances.

General Information
Visiting Hours: Sunrise to Sunset
Entry Fee: 10 INR for Indians, US $ 5 for foreigners and children up to 15 years can enter without any fee

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