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Sightseeing
Kandariya Mahodeo, the largest and most typical Khajuraho temple, it soars 31m high. Dedicated to Shiva, the sanctum sanctorum enshrines a linga. The main shrine is exquisitely carved and features, in delicate details, gods, goddesses, celestial maidens and lovers. Special mention should also be made of the entrance arch, the ceilings and pillars of the interior compartments.

Chausath Yogini, only surviving granite temple of the period (900 A.D.), is dedicated to Goddess Kali. Only 35 of the original 64 shrines exist.

Chitragupta Temple, facing eastwards, is a temple devoted to the sun god. The five feet hight image of the deity driving a horse-drawn chariot is the highlight here. Also depicted are group scenes showing royal processions, hunting scenes and group dances which reveal the lavish lifestyle of the Chandela kings.

Vishwanath Temple, A three-headed image of Brahma is enshrined here. The approach is eqaully impressive, with lions flanking the northern and elephants the southern steps. A Nandi bull faces the shrine.

Lakshmana Temple, Vaishnavite in architecture, shows the Hindu trinity of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva with Goddess Lakshmi, Vishnu's consort. The exquisitely carved sanctum sanctorum has a three-headed idol of Vishnu in different postures.

Matangeswara Temple, devoted to Shiva, houses a 8 ft. high Shiva lingam. The eastern group consists of the Parsunath Temple, which is a Jain temple, with exquisite sculptures on the outer walls, Inside, a throne faces the bull emblem of the first Jain trithankara, Adinath.

Parsvanath Temple, The group's largest Jain temple and exquisite in detail. The sculptures on the northern outer wall are particularly noteworthy. The themes depict everyday activity in charming detail. Within a throne faces the bull emblem of the first tirthankara, Adinath. The Parsvanath image was installed in 1860.

Ghantai Temple, is another Jain temple which depicts the 16 dreams of Lord Mahavira's mother.

Adinath Temple, dedicated to the Jain saint Adinath, is lavishly embellished with sculpted figures including Yakshis. The Hindu temples of Brahma also belong to this group.

The three Hindu temples of the group are the Brahma, containing a four-faced linga; the Vamana, whichis adorned on its outer walls with carving of apsaras in a variety of sensuous attitudes and the Javari, with a richly carved gateway and exterior sculptures.

The southern group comprises the Duladeo Temple, dedicated to Shiva. The figures of apsaras and ornamental carvings are its highlights.

Chaturbhuj Temple, houses a huge intricately carved statue of Lord Vishnu in the sanctum sanctorum.

Duladeo Temple, Dedicated to Shiva, the apsara and ornamented figures are the temple's most striking features.

Panna National Park, a 30-minutes drive from Khajuraho, is spread over 543 sq. km along the eastern banks of the Ken river. There are gorges, waterfalls and wildlife such as tigers, panthers, bears, wild boars, bluebulls, gazelles, spotted deer, black bucks and birds. The parks is under Project Tiger.

Bandhavgarh National Park (237 km), is in the heart of the Vindhya mountain ranges. The forest, tree-covered hills, archaeological remains and a variety of wildlife make the park an enchanting place. The 14th century Bandhavgarh fort and pre-historic caves with inscriptions are worth a visit.

Orchha, 8 km off the Khajuraho-Jhansi highway (18 km from Jhansi) is a medieval city flanked by the Betwa river. The 16th and 17th century palaces and temples here have withstood the ravages of time. The paintings, mirrorwork, stairways and delicate trelliswork in Jehangir Mahal, Raj Mahal and Rai Praveen Mahal are enchanting. Adding to the architectural beauty are the Ram Raja, Chaturbhuj and Laxmi-narayan temples and cenotaphs.

Majhgawan Diamond Mines (55 km), Visitors are allowed to visit the mines from 9-11 a.m. without permission of the National Mineral Development Corporation. These are the only working mine in India, and the largest in Asia.

Fairs &Festivals
SHIVRATRI (March) This festival is usually in March to worship Lord Shiva Devotees come from far away to worship at the Matangeshwar Temple. A 10-day-long bazaar is held where traders from all over he state display their traditional wares and handicrafts. A rural circus, folk theatre, magic shows and merry-go-rounds add to the fun.

Khajuraho Dance Festival An annual event, held every evening for a week. Renowned classical dancers perform in an open-air auditorium, the Western Group of Temples forming an inspiring backdrop.

Some important road distances from Khajuraho
REWA (167 km) GWALIOR (276 km) BHOPAL (372 km)
AGRA (395 km) VARANASI (415 km) LUCKNOW (287 km)
ALLAHABAD (285 km) DELHI (598 km)

The famed temples of Khajuraho are grouped into three divisions - the western, eastern and southern groups.

Getting There
By Airway: Indian Airlines and Jet Airways connect Khajuraho with Delhi, Agra, Varanasi.

By Railway: The nearest railhead is Mahoba, 65 km. Other convenient railheads are Jhansi, 176 km, on the Delhi-Chennai route and Satna 117 km, on the Mumbai-Allahabad-Howrah route. However Harpalpur (110 km) is the nearest railhead to visit Khajuraho. Shatabdi Express, running on the Delhi-Agra-Gwalior-Jhansi-Bhopal route is the fastest link for the tourist coming from Delhi, Agra and Gwalior.

By Road: Khajuraho is connected good roads to Agra, Bhopal, Gwalior, Lucknow, Varanasi, Allahabad.

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