UNESCO's Western Temples at Khajuraho - A Walking Tour
Description
Khajuraho is a town in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, located about 385 miles southeast of New Delhi. It has the country's largest group of medieval Hindu and Jain temples, famous for their erotic sculptures. The Khajuraho Group of Monuments has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1986 and is considered one of the "seven wonders" of India. The monuments in this area are divided into three groups: Eastern, Western and Southern. Today we will be visiting the Western group of temples. The western complex of the Khajuraho group of temples houses the most important temples in Khajuraho. NOTE: (Expect More People on Ground / Monuments / Public Places During the Tour). You will have Private tour Guide during the Sightseeing Tour. Highlights • Kandariya Mahadeva Temple • Devi Jagdamba Temple • Lakshmana Temple • Chitagupta Temple • The Chausath-Yogini Temple
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You will be picked up from your hotel in Khajuraho and driven to the Western Cluster of Temples. The Western cluster of temples consists of the most important temples of Khajuraho. The Kandariya Mahadeva is the largest and most magnificent temple in Khajuraho. Devi Jagdambi Temple is much smaller. The striking Lakshman Temple is one of the three largest temples of Khajuraho and the western group of temples. Devi Mandap is a small shrine located opposite the large Lakshman Temple. Another small shrine is the Varaha Mandap. Chousath Yogini Temple is dedicated to 64 Yoginis The Chousath Yogini Temple, built in granite, is one of the oldest temples in Khajuraho. Set in an open courtyard on the bank of the Shivsagar Lake with small temples surrounding it, this one is the only temple which is not oriented due north south. The Chitragupta temple is an 11th century temple dedicated to Surya, the Sun God. Your guided tour concludes with a transfer back to your hotel in Khajuraho.
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Pickup Locations & Times
We may pick up travelers from city center hotels / fixed point wiithin city limits. In case pick up is outside central points extra cost shall applicable subject to distance applicable.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult
Reviews(6)
The Western Group of Temples in Khajuraho is the largest & famous complex, built by the Chandela dynasty (9th-11th centuries) and renowned for intricate Nagara-style architecture and sculptures, featuring major temples like Kandariya Mahadeva, Lakshmana, and Vishwanatha. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its well-preserved, ornate carvings (including some erotic) and serves as the main attraction of Khajuraho. Built between c. 950- 1050 AD by the Chandela rulers. Nagara architectural style with shikhara (spires), Known for complex iconography, apsaras, and sura-sundaris (celestial maidens). Key Temples here are: 1. Kandariya Mahadeva: Largest, tallest (31m), dedicated to Lord Shiva. 2. Lakshmana Temple: An exquisite example of medieval art, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. 3. Vishwanatha Temple: A Shiva temple with Nandi shrine. 4. Devi Jagadambi Temple: Intricately adorned, originally Vishnu, now Goddess. 5. Matangeswara Temple: Features a large 8ft Shiva Linga. 6. Chitragupta Temple: Dedicated to the Sun God (Surya). 6. Varaha Temple: A shrine to Vishnu's boar incarnation. 7. Chaunsath Yogini: One of the few granite temples, dedicated to 64 yoginis. 8. A nightly sound and light show is held here at 6Pm and 7pm in English followed by Hindi in voice of Amitabh Bachan Ji.
The ticket is only available online and is not easy. The price for foreigners is about 20 times that for locals, just see online
Amazing historical temples.Took so many photos. The templles are a nice blend of architecture and hide life style. Really surprised how such wonderful temple with marvellous carving was done more than one thousand years ago.Our guide Mr.Patel explained everything nicely.
It is very good place to visit once in life time. Great hospitality Great place to visit khajuraho the world heritage site
An incredible place that takes you back in time and shows you the daily life of the people who lived there in the 10th and 12th centuries. Erotic sculptures and bas-reliefs offer insight into sexual life in ancient India.
The sculptures and the patterns of statues designed on the walls of different temples are just unique from each other and sometimes highly erotic..Overall it was enjoyable..
