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Quick facts
Khajuraho
There’s always something different about being the holy shrines that are over 800 years old. Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh is renowned for a group of monuments representing heritage gathering of Hindu, Jain, and Buddhist temples.
Population
25,552
State
Madhya Pradesh
Culture
Indigenous
Language
Hindi
must see
- Chausath Yogini Temple
- Nandi Temple
Chausath Yogini Temple
Situated in the south-western part of the group of temples in Khajuraho, Chausath Yogini Temples is the must see place in Khajuraho. This temple dedicates to 64 yoginis or manifestations of Mother Goddess. Built in 9th Century A.D., this temples has turned into a major tourist attraction due to its architecture. The temple has been built on a large raised podium which itself sets an open courtyard for other small temples in its premise.
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Nandi Temple
Adjacent to Khajuraho airport area, Nandi Temple is one of the post popular Hindu temple in Khajuraho. This temple dedicates to the mount of Lord Shiva, Nandi, the powerful Bull. The structure of this temple is quite similar to other ancient temples in Khajuraho. Here, the statue of nandi is facing towards the stone images of Lord Shiva and Parvati. You will able to find the finest architecture in the walls of this temple.
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Food and Beverage
Budget Eats
Mediterraneo
Amazing Italian food, soothing ambience, and gracious hospitality, Meditteraneo give you just that. Sit in its terrace sitting overlooking the temple street, and enjoy Beer with Indian Sula, another specialty of Mediterraneo.
Must Try: Fired Pizza & Organic Pasta
Location: Jain Temple Road
Madras Coffee House
This South Indian Cafe is serving great food from its three generations, and it's there specialty. If you're in Khajuraho, must try its Madras-style coffee with chicory flavour. Sit in its rooftop sitting area and enjoy temple views while enjoying your food.
Must Try: Idlis & Uttapams
Location: CNR Main & Jain Temples Rds
Not So Budget Friendly
Raja Café
Running since 1978, Raja Café is as iconic as Khajuraho temples. Offering spectacular views of temples from its elegantly appointed rooftop sittings, Raja Café is noted world wide for its fine cuisines and warmth hospitality.
Must Try: Continental & Indian
Location: Opposite of Western Group of Temples
Agrasen
It's a multi-cuisine restaurant in Khajuraho. With an elegant rooftop sitting arrangement, Agrasen is one of the recognized restaurants in the city that's famous for serve guest delicious Indian thali that comes up with one of the best dal fries in the city.
Must Try: Dhal Fries & Indian Thali
Location: Jain Temple Road, Sevagram
EXPERIENCE
- Spiritual
- Culture & Heritage
Devi Jagdambi Temple
Welcome to the city of ancient temple. Khajuraho where you will able to witness one of the oldest temple in India, Devi Jagdambi Temple. This temple is also known as Jagadambika Temple, has been built between 1000 AD to 1025 AD by Chandela rulers. Devi Jagdambi temple is famous for its Garbha Griha, which is normally a huge shrine that consists of the image of Jagdambi, the Goddess of the Universe. According to the source, Jagdambi is a one of the form of Shakti, wife if Hindu Lord Shiva. Apart from the shrine, this temple is surrounded by beautifully craved walls with numerous figurines. If you are true art and architecture lover, this place should be in your list.
Archaeological Museum
The city of sculptures and architecture has a lot of history. The Archaeological Museum of Khajuraho is one of the most important museum in the city. You can explore the museum near the Matangeshwar temple in the Western Group of temples. This museum is small but it has well presented collection of sculptures. You can also find the architectural remains of the 10th and 12th century temples here. The collection of sculptures and architectural remains reflects the influence of both Hindu and Jain religions. Some of the popular sculptures of this museum are Vaikuntha, Nritta Ganesha and Uma-Maheshwara.
