Khajuraho Temple Group of Monuments Indian Panorama

Khajuraho Temple

Khajuraho is a fabled heritage city in Madhya Pradesh which is internationally recognized for the opulent architectural grandeur of its group of temples, acknowledged and protected as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These extraordinary temples, meticulously crafted from fine sandstone, exemplify the Nagara and Dravidian style of architecture and are especially noted for their intricate stone carvings featuring human and animal forms in erotic poses.

Khajuraho Temple - Madhya Pradesh - North India
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Khajuraho once served as the cultural capital of the Chandela Rajput clan, who governed this region from the 10th to the 12th centuries. During their reign, Khajuraho was adorned with about 85 temples, scattered over a 20-square-kilometer expanse. However, only 20 of these temples have endured the test of time to constitute one of the world's most exceptional artistic wonders.