Chaturbhuj Temple, Orchha
In Orchha (State: Madhya Pradesh) apart from palaces other attractions are temples in the city. One of the major attraction in the city is Chaturbhuj Temple, built between the years 1558 and 1573 by Raja Madhukar.
Built upon a massive stone platform and it is reached by a steep flight of steps. This is a huge temple that has plenty of light and space inside. The temple has a huge cross-shaped congregation hall that caters to devotees. Conical spires crown the sanctuary of the spacious temple. The temple was specially constructed to enshrine the image of Rama that queen got from Ayodha. But this could not happen and the image of Rama remained in the Ram Raja Temple forever.
Lotus emblems and other symbols provide the delicate exterior ornamentation. The doorway is crafted beautifully.
Amazing man's work. Thanks for sharing. I wish that one day I will visit those amazing places. Thanks for the introduction. Anna :)
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ReplyDeleteWay back in the nineties I was used to frequent places around Orchha. My memories too have come alive. Thanka for dropping in.
ReplyDeleteDo visitors pay entrance fees to help upkeep the temple. Must cost a lot to maintain.
ReplyDeleteMarvelous, interesting post for the day as always, Rajesh! Such lovely skies, too! Enjoy your weekend!
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This is a beautiful photo. Thanks for sharing it and the history.
ReplyDeleteWonderful architecture! I wanna visit:-)
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What a beautiful temple and as always an interesting post.
ReplyDeleteAgain these is another beautiful temple. Is there somebody living in here? Thanks for sharing! Happy Friday!
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The architecture is very beautiful.
ReplyDeleteAnother beautiful temple and SkyWatch photo from you. Such exquisite carving on the doorway.
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What an honor to be invited thither...
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Impressive! Great photos. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteFantastic building and carvings. The colour is superb and fits into the landscape and under this moody sky. I am always enchanted at the old and refined culture of India.
ReplyDeleteWonderful building. The entrance is stunning.
ReplyDeleteThat Temple is truly awesome...the stone work is stunning.
ReplyDeleteThe etchings on the walls are so intricate!
ReplyDeleteMagnificent as always, Rajesh.
ReplyDeleteWow, what a temple. Very lovely.
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I love the architecture, sometimes structures then are better than we have at present.
ReplyDeleteI love the architecture, sometimes structures then are better than we have at present.
ReplyDeleteGreat shot. Amazing building.
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Just amazing. I am in awe.
ReplyDeleteRajesh: The structures in India are inspiring to the mind.
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ReplyDeleteBeautiful structures Rajesh, these inspire me to travel and visit them....
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You are so correct when you say the door way is beautiful...that is so far beyond beautiful! Your country has so many amazing structures...not one, but SO many!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulously intricate doorway. And I can see lots of shapes in the sky in that first shot.
ReplyDeleteeven the temples are palatial!
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ReplyDeleteVery beautiful temple.Great shot!Have a nice weekend!
ReplyDeleteInteresting post, with an astonishing doorway snap!
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The Chaturbhuj temple looks elegant with the blue sky as background. The doorway looks beautiful.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful as always..
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Amazing! What a beautiful doorway.
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Beautiful temple and post. Lovely skies. Happy Birthday!
ReplyDeleteThis is a very imposing structure. The spires are beautiful, as is the stone work.
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ReplyDeleteI marvel at such imposing edifices! How did they do that so long ago without the assistance of modern equipment? Incredible, really!
ReplyDeleteAmazing structure. 16th century and still standing. The same can hardly be said of modern day structures.
ReplyDeleteInteresting photos! Regards
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting place and beautiful photos, Rajesh!..Christine
ReplyDeleteBeautiful architecture. Looks like an interesting place to visit.
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Beautiful Rajesh! well captured
ReplyDeleteAnna, Spiderdama, Lakshmi: Thanks, this is a nice plae to visit.
ReplyDeleteRakesh, P.N, Sylvia, Gwendolyn, Carver, EG Wow, Arija, Grace, Cloudia, Titania, Jossie, Eaglesbrother, Ebie: Thanks for the appreciation.
Ann: Thanks. No entrance fee to the temples.
Pam, gigi, Sandy, J Bar, Fishing Guy, Phivos, Kcalpesh, Ford, LadyFi, Deepak, Steffi: Thanks for the appreciation.
Kim: Thanks, temple is a place of worship.
Jeevan, Roberto, Arasu, Regina, Robin, eileeninmd, George, Ju Santos, Jose, Xinex, Pie Sudhir: Thanks for the appreciation.
AL, Jacob, Radha: Thanks. I agree with you.
Nice temple
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ReplyDeleteIt always amazes me to see old structures full of history. It mus be very beautiful to see it in person. Look at that arch!
Belated Happy Blue Monday!
Deepak, MyThoughtsMyVoice: Thanks for the appreciation.
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