The southern groups of temples lies on the outskirts of Khajuraho (State: Madhya Pradesh) at a distance of 4 kms. Compared to the other two groups, the western and the eastern groups of temples, this group lacks the sculptural refinement. These were constructed on the later part of Chandela dynasty between 1110 - 1150 A.D.
In this group only two temples are still reasonably intact. They are
We shall attempt to cover these temples in some detail in the subsequent posts.
Lovely!!!!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful shots of the temples. Wonderful mosaic, Rajesh.
ReplyDeleteThey really are amazing buildings ... such intricate carving!
ReplyDeleteVery lovely...such amazing architecture!
ReplyDeleteSuch rich history! The Temples are so majestic and beautiful!
ReplyDeleteit just amazes me how ornate the structures are! great shots
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Marvelous! Maybe the ASI and the government need to take steps to ensure that such wonderful structures are very well preserved for the future!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful structures!
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As always ... nice informative - make me want to go to Khajuraho n visit all those temples ... so the left one is Dhuladeo temple and right one is Chaturbhuj temple ... hope i am right !!
ReplyDeleteWhat can I say for this impressive monument! Excellent.
ReplyDeleteCan imagine the amount of effort that has gone into the construction of these temples in those days.
ReplyDeleteFabulous is the word for the temples of Khajuraho, especially the Western Group of temples! Have a lovely day.
ReplyDeleteThe temples in your country are always so impressive!
ReplyDeleteI look forward to learn more about these temples, perhaps getting a peek inside.;) They look magnificent from the outside nevertheless.;)
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great! I would like to travel there next time!
ReplyDeleteWaiting for rains to stop asap to start the tour And while on-tour will remember all such posts written by lovely bloggers. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteYou take such lovely pictures. Thank you!! Cathy
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Lovely 1 Hope to visit someday !
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures and mosaic
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this Southern Group of Temples of Khajuraho. Interesting architecture and adornments. Would be fascinating to see inside.
ReplyDeleteBoth look majestic, worthy of honouring gods and goddesses.
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ReplyDeletevery interesting photo to share with us today, love the grandure of these temples you show us.
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It is so amazing that these buildings have been standing for so many years.
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spectacular temples. i'm jealous of all your temples :)
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Amazing and beautiful at the same time. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteThey are both so intricate and different from each other. Beautiful shots.
ReplyDeleteSuperb captures as always, Rajesh! Such incredibly beautiful temples! Have a wonderful week!
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Olá amigo Rajesh! Cada vez que visito seu blog mais admiro a cultura de seu povo... Hábieis na construção de templos e na arte em geral. Todas as obras estão envoltas em lindas histórias e doces mistérios... Grata por compartilhar estes bons momentos!
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Magnificent! I am always impressed with your postings.
ReplyDeleteMagnificent temples, even after all these years.
ReplyDeleteImpressive temples and great shots.
ReplyDeletelovely structures!
ReplyDeleteThese are really gorgeous. So much detail, so much story in each structure.
ReplyDeleteSo many amazing temples you show us.
ReplyDeleteWow they have a long history. It is amazing how these ancient people can built such beautiful temples with no new technology machines back then. Glad they are still intact.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful structures.
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! I'm looking forward to more details.
ReplyDeleteThey look quite beautiful. It's rather incredible that anything made 800-900 years ago is intact at all!
ReplyDeleteKhajuraho is in my must visit list!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat to know you've already visited!!!
A visit to India Gate at night
A Stroll at the Bhudha Jayanthi Park
Beautiful as always!
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have a great day!
These temples may lack sculptural refinement, but they are still very impressive.
ReplyDeleteI'll bet a lot of history goes along with those temples.
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful architecture!
ReplyDeleteWonderful and excellent shots. Great post.
ReplyDeleteThanks to all for the appreciation. These temples are reasonably taken care by ASI. In the mosaic the first temple is Chaturbhuj and second one is Dhuladeo.
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