Khajuraho Group of Monuments
India
Date of Inscription: 1986
Criteria: (i)(iii) State of Madhya Pradesh N24 51 7.992 E79 55 19.992 Ref: 240 |
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Brief Description
The temples at Khajuraho were built during the Chandella dynasty, which reached its apogee between 950 and 1050. Only about 20 temples remain; they fall into three distinct groups and belong to two different religions – Hinduism and Jainism. They strike a perfect balance between architecture and sculpture. The Temple of Kandariya is decorated with a profusion of sculptures that are among the greatest masterpieces of Indian art.
One of the temples at the western temple complex in Khajuraho. This one is dedicated to Shiva, with the bull standing guard on the other side of the entrance.
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