Places to Visit in Khajuraho
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Vishwanath Temple
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Ranked 1 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Temple
- Entry: Paid
Vishwanath Temple is located on the north-eastern corner of the western group complex. Housing beautiful marble Shivalinga as a prime deity, the temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Apart from the main deity, the interiors of the temples are adorned with the idol of Lord Brahma.
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Chitragupta Temple
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Ranked 2 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Temple
- Entry: Paid
Chitragupta Temple is an ancient shrine located eastwards facing the direction of the rising sun. Constructed in 11th century, the temple is dedicated to Sun God, who is also known as Lord Surya. The temple houses a beautiful 5 ft high standing idol of Lord Surya driving a chariot, which is...
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Kandariya Mahadev Temple
Rank 3
Ranked 3 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Temple
- Entry: Paid
Kandariya Mahadev Temple is not only one of the biggest temples of the western group of temples in Khajuraho, but the first to be constricted on the general platform. Depicting the Chandela art, the huge shrine was constructed in 1025–1050.
The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, as...
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Shilpgram
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Ranked 4 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Craft
- Entry: Paid
Shilpgram is popular for promoting ancient culture of India in the form of various performances of folk arts. The cultural centre sprawls across an area of about ten acres and was established in 1998 by the government to preserve the culture and tradition of the country.
The open-air...
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Raneh Falls
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Ranked 5 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Water Fall
Raneh Falls is one of the prominent tourist attractions, which is named after King Rane Pratap, the erstwhile ruler of the region. Situated in close vicinity of the destination, the waterfall emerged at the confluence of Ken and Khuddar rivers.
Forming 30 m deep and around 5 km long...
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Lakshmana Temple
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Ranked 6 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Temple
- Entry: Paid
Lakshmana Temple is a huge stone temple of Khajuraho, which is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Possessing the same architecture as that of Kandariya Mahadeva and Vishwanath temples, this temple is considered to be one of the oldest existing temples in western group. Constructed in 930-950 AD, the...
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Parsvanath Temple
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Ranked 7 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Temple
- Entry: Paid
Parsvanath Temple is one of the beautiful temples that is under the eastern group of temples of Khajuraho. Dedicated to one of the Jain tirthankaras, the temple is considered to be one of the largest Jain temples present in India. The temple lies in the protected zone of the city and was...
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Chaturbhuj Temple
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Ranked 8 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Temple
Chaturbhuj Temple was constructed in 1100 AD and belongs to the southern group of Khajuraho temples. This west facing temple stands on a square platform, which can be approached by a staircase of ten steps.
The elaborated entrance through the doorway has beautifully carved figures of...
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Javari Temple
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Ranked 9 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Temple
- Entry: Paid
Javari Temple is located near the Brahma Temple and is situated in the east of Khajuraho. Falling under eastern group of Khajuraho, this temple is comparatively smaller and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Constructed between 1075 and 1100, the temple displays the ancient Khajuraho architecture. It...
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Archaeological Museum
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Ranked 10 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Museum
- Entry: Paid
Archaeological Museum, also known by the name of Jardine Museum, was built by Mr. W.A. Jardine in 1910. The museum is a display centre of the loose sculptures and architectural ruins, which were collected from the temples of Khajuraho.
Situated near the Matangeshwar Temple, the museum...
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Jain Museum
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Ranked 11 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Museum
- Entry: Paid
Jain Museum possesses a huge collection of more than hundred ancient Jain sculptures, which were enshrined in the temples of the destination. Established in 1987, the museum in the form of circular building is situated in Jain Temple Complex, which is also known as Sahu Shantiprasad Jain Kala...
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Brahma Temple
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Ranked 12 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Temple
- Entry: Paid
Brahma Temple is located on the banks of Khajur Sagar or Ninora Tal. Constructed in 900 AD, the temple houses images of Lord Brahma and Lord Vishnu. Possessing simple plan and architectural design, the temple is made with granite stone and the shikharas are built by using sandstone. It is...
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Kalinjar Fort
Rank 13
Ranked 13 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Fort
Kalinjar Fort is known for its vast collection of monuments and sculptures, which reveals many historic events and practices. Housing numerous temples and structures within it, the fortress represents an architectural expertise of the Chandela dynasty. Similar to other forts, this fort was also...
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Adinath Temple
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Ranked 14 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Temple
- Entry: Paid
Adinath Temple is situated on the north of the Parsvanath Temple and is one of the important temples of the Jain group of temples in Khajuraho. It is believed that this temple was constructed in the 11th century and was dedicated to Adinath, a Jain saint. This temple was constructed by the...
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Ghantai Temple
Rank 15
Ranked 15 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Temple
Ghantai Temple is among the three famous Jain Temples represented in Khajuraho. Constructed between 950 and 1050 AD, the Ghantai temple is in ruins. The walls of the temple are beautifully decorated with display of 16 dreams of Mahavira's mother. The temple also has a stone carved image of...
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State Museum of Tribal and Folk Art
Rank 16
Ranked 16 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Museum
- Entry: Paid
State Museum of Tribal and Folk Art is located within Chandela Cultural Complex in Khajuraho. The museum displays Indian tradition and culture, its fusion with foreign cultures, which came into existence through trade and incursion. Housing the rich collection of tribal and folk art and...
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Chaunsat Yogini
Rank 17
Ranked 17 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Temple
Chaunsat Yogini Temple is another ruined temple belonging to the western group temples of Khajuraho. It is believed to be the oldest existing temple in the village constructed around 900 AD. Raised on a platform, the temple is in damaged state and public access is restricted in the area....
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Lakshmi Temple
Rank 18
Ranked 18 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Temple
- Entry: Paid
Lakshmi Temple and Varaha Temple are the two small shrines located in the ancient city of Khajuraho. These temples are dedicated to Lord Vishnu and goddess Lakshmi, the Hindu deity of wealth. Belonging to the western group of temples, the shrine depicts moderate sculptures and was built during...
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Beni Sagar Dam
Rank 19
Ranked 19 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Dam
Beni Sagar Dam is spread across an area of about 7.7 sq km. The dam is an ideal picnic spot, which is surrounded by trees and river Khuddar flowing through Khajuraho city. Tourists can engage themselves in various water sports including boating, angling and swimming at this site.
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Gangau dam
Rank 20
Ranked 20 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Dam
Gangau Dam is a beautiful picnic spot situated at the confluence of Ken and Simiri rivers. Offering beautiful views of surroundings, this place is an ideal destination for nature lovers, anglers and the adventure lovers. Surrounded by Panna National Park and Gangu Sanctuary, this dam is thronged...
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Dulhadev temple
Rank 21
Ranked 21 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Temple
- Entry: Paid
Dulhadev Temple is the last temple of the Southern Group of Temples located in Khajuraho. Constructed in 1130, the temple features classic representation of Chandela art and architecture. Lying on the south of Ghantai Temple and north bank of the Khuddar stream, the temple is a small five...
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Ajaigarh Fort
Rank 22
Ranked 22 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Fort
Ajaigarh Fort is situated in close vicinity at the outskirts of Khajuraho, which presents the architectural style followed by Chandela Kings. It is believed that the fortress was constructed by the rulers, when their power in the area was declining. Located at an average elevation of 1,111 m, the...
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Matangesvara Temple
Rank 23
Ranked 23 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Temple
- Entry: Paid
Matangeshvara Temple is one of the oldest temples in Khajuraho, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Constructed using polished sandstone, the temple houses an 8 ft Shivalinga, which is believed to be among the largest in India. Unlike other temples, the shrine is not situated in the protected area...
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Beejamandal temple
Rank 24
Ranked 24 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Temple
- Entry: Paid
Beejamandal Temple is one of the ruined temples located in Vidisha at Khajuraho. Marked on the top by a white stone, it is believed that the temple was under the stack of earth. The architecture of the temple is influenced by Indonesian or south-east Asian styles. Since ages, the villagers of the...
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Dhubela Museum
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Ranked 25 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Museum
- Entry: Paid
Dhubela Museum is situated in an old fort near the banks of a lake on the Jhansi-Khajuraho road. The museum houses a rich collection of artefacts from the ancient as well as from the modern era. The collection displayed in the museum helps tourists to know more about the history, development and...
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Vaman temple
Rank 26
Ranked 26 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Temple
- Entry: Paid
Vaman Temple belonging to the eastern group of temples is dedicated to Lord Vama, the dwarf lord. Being located in the north of Khajuraho, the temple is surrounded by lush green barley fields. The top or the third row of the jangha represents framed niches containing diamonds in the place of...
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Devi Jagdambi Temple
Rank 27
Ranked 27 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Temple
- Entry: Paid
Devi Jagdambi Temple is famous for its Garbha Griha, which is a huge shrine that houses the image of goddess of the Universe, Jagdambi. Surrounded by walls beautifully carved with numerous figurines, the temple is referred to as a delicately balanced temple.
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Shanthinath temple
Rank 28
Ranked 28 of 28Places to Visit in Khajuraho
- Type: Temple
- Entry: Paid
Shanthinath Temple is a famous Jain temple dedicated to Lord Shanthinath, the 16th Jain Tirthankara. The Shanthinath Temple belongs to the eastern group of temples in Khajuraho. A famous Jain temple of Digambar sect, the temple is originally dedicated to Adinath, a Jain saint.
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