10 Significant Features of Khajuraho Temple

Zee Media Bureau
Jun 27, 2024

Chandella Dynasty Temple

The temples at Khajuraho were built during the Chandella dynasty, between 950 and 1050 AD.

Hindu temples and Jain temples

It is a group of Hindu temples and Jain temples in Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh

UNESCO World Heritage Site

They were recognised in 1986 as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, built in the Nagar style of architecture

85 Temple Structures In History

According to historical sources, the site had around 85 temple structures in the 12th century of which only 25 have survived.

Carved Details

The Kandariya Mahadeva Temple is decorated with a profusion of sculptures with carved details and symbolism of ancient Indian art.

Division Of Temples

These temples are divided into three groups: Eastern, Western and Southern.

Sandstone And Granite Built

The Khajuraho temples are made of sandstone, with a granite base that is almost buried.

Rediscovered

The Khajuraho temples were hidden under forest cover from the 13th century until the 18th century when they were rediscovered by the British engineer T. S. Burt.

East Facing

All the temple structures are facing east direction which is a significant thing about Hinduism temples

Chandella Dynasty

No single ruler can be credited to build the structures as every Chandella ruler is believed to have built at least one temple during his reign.

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