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rajasthantourplanner · 4 years

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Famous Old Heritage city Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh

The Kandariya Mahadeva Temple, meaning "the Great God of the Cave", is the largest and most ornate Hindu temple in the medieval temple group found at Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is considered one of the best examples of temples preserved from the medieval period in India

The Lakshmana Temple is a 10th-century Hindu temple built by Yasovarman located in Khajuraho, India. Dedicated to Vaikuntha Vishnu - an aspect of Vishnu.

The Khajuraho group of monuments was built during the rule of the Chandela dynasty. The building activity started almost immediately after the rise of their power, throughout their kingdom to be later known as Bundelkhand. Most temples were built during the reigns of the Hindu kings Yasovarman and Dhanga. Yasovarman legacy is best exhibited by the Lakshmana Temple. Vishvanatha temple best highlights King Dhanga's reign. The largest and currently most famous surviving temple is Kandariya Mahadeva built in the reign of King Vidyadhara.[ The temple inscriptions suggest many of the currently surviving temples were complete between 970 and 1030 CE, with further temples completed during the following decades.

The Khajuraho temples were built about 35 miles from the medieval city of Mahoba, the capital of the Chandela dynasty, in the Kalinjar region. In ancient and medieval literature, their kingdom has been referred to as Jijhoti, Jejahoti, Chih-chi-to and Jejakabhukti.

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photographyandsnaps · 7 years

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The Khajurao visit was part of my trip to Khajurao – Agra – Fatehpur Sikri and Delhi ( Humayun tomb) in Jan 2017.

The Khajurao temples are famous for their Nagara style of architecture , their erotic sculptures and belong to the traditional religions of Hinduism and Jainism. They are identified under three groups – the western group, the eastern group and the southern group.

The southern group of temples comprise of Duladeo and Chaturbhuj Temple. In this post, I will be covering my visit to the Duladeo temple which is part of the southern group and was one of the last of the temples built by the Chandelas.

The Duladeo Temple:

Dulodeo’ means “Holy Bridegroom. The Duladeo Temple is located on the bank of the Khodar River in Khajurao. The temple is also known as “Kunwar Math”.

Some interesting facts:

it is a nirandhara temple ( meaning it is a temple with no ambulatory path), built between 1000 and 1150 AD and consists of a sanctum, vestibule, maha-mandapa and porch.

The temple is dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva in the form of a linga. The linga at the shrine has 11 rows of 100 lingas which is unique.

It is said that all married couples in the near vicinity come to this temple to receive the blessings of lord Shiva after their marrige.

The apsara , gandharvas and ornamented figures on the extenal walls are the most striking features of this temple.

Duladeo Temple Picture Gallery:

Duladeo temple front view

Sculptures on the outer wall

Shivalinga with 11 rows of 100 lingas

Nandi watching in awe Shiva’s Natraj dance

Erotic sculptures at Dulhadev temple:

Tips:

The best way to cover Khajurao temples is to visit Western Group of temples first and then hire a bicycle to cover Eastern and Southern Group of temples. Riding a bicycle gives you the flexibility and freedom to visit temple at your own pace and leisure and is cost effective too. You can hire a bicycle for Rs. 50 for full day in Khajurao.

Best time to visit: Oct – mid March

How to reach : The nearest Railway station is Mahoba which is 63 km from Khajurao. One can also reach Khajurao from Jhansi which is well connected by train and road.

One can also visit Orchha which is 15 km from Jhansi while plannnig a visit to Khajurao.

Southern group of temples, Khajuraho Part 1 – Duladeo Temple The Khajurao visit was part of my trip to Khajurao - Agra - Fatehpur Sikri and Delhi ( Humayun tomb) in Jan 2017.

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rajasthantourplanner · 5 years

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Famous Old Heritage city Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh

The Khajuraho Group of Monuments is a group of Hindu temples and Jain temples in Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh, India, about 175 kilometers southeast of Jhansi. They are one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India. The temples are famous for their nagara-style architectural symbolism and their erotic sculptures The Kandariya Mahadeva Temple, meaning "the Great God of the Cave", is the largest and most ornate Hindu temple in the medieval temple group found at Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is considered one of the best examples of temples preserved from the medieval period in India The Lakshmana Temple is a 10th-century Hindu temple built by Yashovarman located in Khajuraho, India. Dedicated to Vaikuntha Vishnu - an aspect of Vishnu.

The Duladeo Temple is a Hindu temple in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, India. The temple is dedicated to the god Shiva in the form of a linga, which is deified in the sanctum. 'Dulodeo' means "Holy Bridegroom". The temple is also known as "Kunwar Math". The temple faces east and is dated to 1000–1150 AD. The Khajuraho group of monuments was built during the rule of the Chandela dynasty. The building activity started almost immediately after the rise of their power, throughout their kingdom to be later known as Bundelkhand. Most temples were built during the reigns of the Hindu kings Yashovarman and Dhanga. Yashovarman's legacy is best exhibited by the Lakshmana Temple. Vishvanatha temple best highlights King Dhanga's reign. The largest and currently most famous surviving temple is Kandariya Mahadeva built in the reign of King Vidyadhara.[ The temple inscriptions suggest many of the currently surviving temples were complete between 970 and 1030 CE, with further temples completed during the following decades.

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