Khajuraho
- States
- India
- Category
- Cultural
- Year
- 1986
- Location
- State of Madhya Pradesh
- Region
- Asia & Pacific
- Coordinates
- 24.85222, 79.92222
- Last Visited
- Not visited yet
- UNESCO ID
- 240
- WH Site
- 240
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Khajuraho, a UNESCO World Heritage site in India, is renowned for its stunning group of Hindu and Jain temples built between the 9th and 11th centuries by the Chandela dynasty. These temples are celebrated for their intricate carvings, including detailed erotic sculptures, which showcase exceptional architectural brilliance and artistic mastery. Originally consisting of over 85 temples, around 25 well-preserved structures remain today, attracting visitors worldwide for their historical and cultural significance.
📍 Location Map
Points (15)
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• Adinath Temple. Eastern Group
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• Brahma Temple. Eastern Group.
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• Chaturbuj Temple. Southern group
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• Chausath Jogini Temple. Western Group
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• Chopra or square tank. Western group.
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• Colossal statue of Shri Hanuman. Eastern Group.
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• Duladeo Temple. Southern group
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• Ghanti Temple. Eastern group
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• Javari Temple. Eastern group.
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• Kakra Marh. Eastern group
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• Laguan Mahadeva Temple. Western Group.
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• Parsvanatha Temple. Eastern group
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• Protected Temple Area. Western Group.
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• Santinatha Temple. Eastern group
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• Vamana Temple. Eastern group