About Khajuraho Temples:
These ancient Hindu and Jain temples are a true celebration of Indian craftsmanship. The Vindhya mountain range provides a beautiful backdrop against the rich architectural landscape.
The temples are classified into three groups: Eastern, Western and Southern. With all their marvellous beauty, it is no surprise that they have been recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Built by the Chandela rulers between 950 and 1050 AD, the sculptures in these temples portray scenes from daily life, teachings and Kama Sutra.
These temples fell into neglect after the decline of the dynasty and were rediscovered much later in 1838 by a British army engineer, Captain T.S. Burt.
Till their rediscovery in 1838, they had remained hidden under dense date palm trees – and only 20 of the original 85 monuments survived. The town – Khajuraho- borrows its name for these date palm trees, Khajur as they are called in Hindi.
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Khajuraho Dance Festival:
As winter bids adieu, the colourful and cheery spring arrives. At this festive time every year, a spectacular dance festival is held at Khajuraho. Make a beeline to watch Indian classical dance performances by celebrated dancers. The festival dates are from 20 February to 26 February in 2018. And the entry is free! Kathak, Kuchipudi, Bharatnatyam, Odissi, Manipuri dance performances that are bound to leave the audience mesmerised and spellbound!
Best Time to Visit Khajuraho:
Khajuraho experiences extreme climate. The summers are hot and stifling and the winters can get quite cold. The best time to visit is from September to March.
How to Reach Khajuraho:
The Khajuraho airport lies about 5 km away from the town centre and has direct connections to many cities in India including Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Varanasi and Indore. Another option is to fly to Delhi and take the Khajuraho-Hazrat Nizamuddin Express.
Extend your Khajuraho trip by visiting these places too:
There are a number of beautiful and un-touristy places near Khajuraho that you should plan to visit –
Panna: This town served as the capital of Maharaja Chhatrasal’s kingdom in the 17th century. It’s also famous for its active diamond mine. Go on a safari in the Panna Tiger Reserve. Spot Ghariyals at the Ken Gharial sanctuary. Visit the Raneh falls, among the highest waterfalls in India, that are formed when the river Ken falls through a thirty metres deep canyon of crystalline granite shaded pink, red and grey.
Orchha: The magnificent Orchha was built in the 16th century by the Bundelas. The town is famous for its ancient Chhatris or cenotaphs that were built in the memory of its rulers. The Chhatris in the backdrop of the Betwa river is a sight to behold. The Ram Raja temple, the Jehangir Mahal – Orchha is an odyssey into the glorious history and diversity of India.
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