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Dulah Deo Temple
The last temple of Khahuraho called the Dulhadeo lies south of the Ghantai temple. The ceiling of the maha mandap is a series of diminishing circles of overlapping stones. There is an image of Shiva on the lintel of the entrance to the garbh griha indicating that the temple was originally dedicated to Lord Shiva. |
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Kandariya Mahadeo
The largest, most typical Khajuraho temple, it soars 31 m high. Dedicated to shiva, the sanctum sanctorum enshrines a lingam. The main shrine is exquisitely carved and features, in delicate detail, gods, goddesses, celestial maidens and lovers. Particularly noteworthy are the entrance arch, the ceilings and pillars of the interior compartments. |
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Chaunsat Yogini
The only granite temple and the earliest surviving shrine of the group, it is dedicated to Kali. Only 35 of the orginal 65 shrines remain. Another Kali temple (originally dedicated to Vishnu) is the Devi Jagdambe Temple. |
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Parsvanth Temple
The group's largest Jain temple and exquisite in detail. The sculptures on the northern outer wall are particularly noteworthy . The themes depict, in charming detail, everyday activity. Within, a throne faces the bull emblem of the first tirhankara, Adinath. The Parsvanath image was installed in 1860. |
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Chitragutpa Temple
A three- headed image of Brahma is enshrined in this temple. The approach is equally impressive, with lions flanking the northern and elephants the southern steps that lead up to it. A Nandi bull faces the shrine. |
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Brahma Temple
On the bank of Khajur Sagar or Ninora Tal near the village stands the Brahma Temple. It is simple in plan and design with its body in granite stone and shikhare and made in sandstone. |
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Khajuraho Varanasi Tour
Crown Tours Limited offers to see exploring the temples of Khajhuraho. The city is the home to world famous temples, which represent some of the most exquisite and sensuous specimens of architecture and sculpture in India.
Dulah Deo Temple, Chitragupta Temple, Ghantai Temple, Brahma Temple, Chattarbhuj Temple. Most hisotical and beautiful temple in Khajuraho.
In Varanasi Situated on the banks of the sacred Ganges, Varanasi has been a center of learning for over 2000 years.
You will go on a city tour of Varanasi, covering Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Bharatmata Temple, Sankat Mochan Temple and the Tulsi Manas Temple. You may also explore the traditional bazaars of Varanasi for some shopping in handicrafts and Banarasi Saris.
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