Laxminarayan Temple, Orchha
In Orchha (State: Madhya Pradesh) the Laxminarayan temple is one of the most important tourist attraction of the place. Though the temple is dedicated the Goddess Laxmi, there is no idol of the Goddess in the temple.
This beautiful temple was built in 1622 by Vir Singh Deo. The condition of the temple soon worsened due to inadequate maintenance. It was reconstructed by Prithvi Singh during 1793. Built using lime mortar and bricks, the architecture of temple exceptional blend of temple and fort architecture. The temple has a rectangular plan with four multi-faced projecting bastions at its four corners. There are mural paintings on the interior walls of the temple.
The carvings on the central dome are exquisite as can be seen in the above image. The pillars on the corners are ornate with carvings. There is a statue of Lord Ganesh on this structure.
Enchanting ! Would love to visit someday.
ReplyDeleteI can only imagine how majestic these architectural wonders must be close up. And the carvings must invoke awe and astonishment. Beautiful pictures as always,
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Absolutely marvelous! Such a conception is unimaginable today!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous temple! Love the detail! And you photos are terrific as always, Rajesh! Great, clear, blue skies! Have a wonderful weekend!
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Hey Rajesh, you really capture the most exotic of places.
ReplyDeleteWould love to visit the places some time.. This summer was in Agra and Jaipur... You should go there.. I am sure you will love it
Bhuvan
Terragen Daily Photo
Another great Temple...great Structure.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic picture from a wonderful place!
ReplyDeleteLovely captures Rajesh!!
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Amazing architecture! Exquisite work of art. Thanks for sharing.
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ReplyDeleteI would be traveling to India to see this magnificent temple!!
Have a nice weekend!!
Thanks for this informative post. I like your captures.
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That's a beautiful temple. Very graceful.
ReplyDeleteNice photos always interesting to see the ornate and detailed decorations on the buildings. Am enjoying the interesting facts part of your blog too. Thanks for sharing with Sky Watch Friday.
ReplyDeleteI find these temples fascinating, and very beautiful. Thanks for sharing Rajesh:)
ReplyDeleteAs I understand about carvings it is done by hand. And this temple is carved almost all over what a work and how intricately well done. Thanks for sharing!
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these buildings you feature are truly works of art. they are ornate and lavish.
ReplyDeleteI'm always amazed at the detail in your photos!
ReplyDeleteThe architecture is simply breathtaking! The temple is stunning.
ReplyDeleteNice clear day and very beautiful architecture here. I love the facade of the building.
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Alexander
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Magnificent building. The carving are wonderful.
ReplyDeleteThis place is fabulous! I'm always amazed to see how many such a beauties there are in your country!
ReplyDeletevery beautiful intricate designs on the building. The building itself looks really beautiful! Nice capture!
ReplyDeleteImpressive. Great photos. Thank you for sharing one of the most important tourist attractions in your place.
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend.
Oh wow! That's very fascinating architecture!
ReplyDeleteAs always interesting.
ReplyDeleteBeautifully taken shots.
ReplyDeleteany idea why the idol of the goddess is not in the temple?
ReplyDeleteamazing structures! your country has a lot to show.
ReplyDeleteRajesh: What a neat structure.
ReplyDeleteAmazing temple. Great shot.
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Really amazing structures and the carvings are great!a must beauty to visit and see.
ReplyDeleteHi Rajesh! Wow!! What a gorgeous temple!!
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what an amazing place!
ReplyDeleteStunning buildings.
ReplyDeleteGood shots rajesh. Majestic!
ReplyDeleteWhat a magnificent, historical building!
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful!
ReplyDeleteFantastic architectural of the temple. Beautiful shot as always.
ReplyDeleteYour blogs make me understand why people traveling to India stay there for months. There's so much to see!
ReplyDeleteGood shots Rajesh.
ReplyDeleteI've visited this temple one late evening a couple of years back and do know how gorgeous it is, and now am back from another trip to the Madhya Pradesh.
Stunning architecture! The top perspective is wonderful.
ReplyDeleteAmazing!
ReplyDeleteFoto assolutamente meravigliosa !!
ReplyDeleteFantastico palazzo !
Buona serata :-))
What a nice place!Very beautiful photos!
ReplyDeleteSpectacular...and what I found interesting is that the architecture is very similar to that of a church!
ReplyDeleteThat looks both massive and intricate. It's amazing how many wonders you have in your country.
ReplyDeletemajestic in all sense.
ReplyDeleteThis is an amazing temple. I would really like to see it in person some day.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful temple. The carvings are impressive!
ReplyDeleteI've never been here, but would sure love to. Greetings from Mumbai.
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Gorgeous photos.
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Yosee, Zuzana, Rakesh, Sylvia, Bhuvan, Eaglesbrother, webruci, Kcalpesh, Mrs. M, Dani, Carver, Many, Jane, Kim, ewok, EG Wow, Tara, Alexander: Thanks for the appreciation.
ReplyDeleteXavi: Thanks, you will defenitely like travelling here.
Jossie, Joo, Marites, Eden, AL, Colin, J Bar, Dharma, Fishing Guy, Coffeeveggie, Lara, Ma.links, Totter, Sudhir, Hilda, Halcyon: Thanks for the appreciation.
Deepak: Thanks, tis is believed to be one of the Tantrik temple. Hence may be the absence of the idol in the temple.
Siromade, Ania, Celine, JM, Mama, Rosadimaggio63, Steffi, Jacob, Al, Janie, Dave, Kunal, Darryl: Thanks for the appreciation.
George: Thanks, this is a nice place to visit in person.
Si impressive and pictures is gorgeous.
ReplyDeletei love your shots. i like the angle of the 2nd photo. hope i could visit there someday.
ReplyDeleteI've been in love with this place ever since I saw pictures of it. Although I've yet to visit it, it seems to be similar to Cambodia's Angkor Wat - isn't it?
ReplyDeleteI love the carvings, paintings and its picturesque setting.
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