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Khajuraho
Khajuraho is a world-famous site and that much popularity has been achieved by the temple architecture and delicate sculptures it maintains. Khajuraho is in the state of Madhya Pradesh in the region of Bundelkhand. The famous Khajuraho temples are the creation of 9th and 11th century and the Chandela dynasty was the power behind its creation.
Khajuraho has become a living testament of history, architecture and culture, and fascinates visitors from all parts of the world for its quaint charm and marvellous beauty of the temples.
Architecturally, Khajuraho Temples are truly unmatchable and bring out the charm of granite or a mixture of light sandstone and granite. The village of Khajuraho has scattered its temples in the group like Western Group, Eastern group and Southern Group.
Attractions in Khajuraho:
The Western group temples depict the Hindu religion and fervently exhibit the Chandela art at its peak. The temples of Chaunsat Yogini, Kandariya Mahadeo, The Lakshmana Temple, The temple of Vishvanath and Nandi, The temple of Devi Jagdamba and The temples of Lakshmi and Varaha come in this Western group. The Eastern group temples are also of great importance.
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