The Lakshmana Temple is one of the oldest temple in Khajuraho (State: Madhya Pradesh). Belonging to Western Group of Temples it is the largest and beautifully carved temple at Khajuraho. It is built by King Yaovarman of Chandela dynasty between 930 and 950 A.D.
The main shrine of the temple has four subsidiary shrines at the corners of the temple platform. The temple has columned halls with balconies, an entrance porch, and the inner sanctum.
In the inner sanctum is the sacred image of Vaikuntha-Vishnu brought from Tibet.
Decorating the sides of the temple are numerous statues. It is exquisitely decorated, almost completely with images of over 600 gods in the Hindu Pantheon. Most of the sculptures have economy of drapery but are effusively patterned with ornaments and flower motifs.
The various carvings and sculptures at this temple.
On the base of the platform are beautifully carved carvings. One such band of carving is King sitting on the throne in the Royal Hall with his ministers. In front of the King dance and music is played.
The main shrine of the temple has four subsidiary shrines at the corners of the temple platform. The temple has columned halls with balconies, an entrance porch, and the inner sanctum. In the inner sanctum is the sacred image of Vaikuntha-Vishnu brought from Tibet.Decorating the sides of the temple are numerous statues. It is exquisitely decorated, almost completely with images of over 600 gods in the Hindu Pantheon. Most of the sculptures have economy of drapery but are effusively patterned with ornaments and flower motifs.The various carvings and sculptures at this temple.On the base of the platform are beautifully carved carvings. One such band of carving is King sitting on the throne in the Royal Hall with his ministers. In front of the King dance and music is played.
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This is a very impressive building -- absolutely beautiful. I really like the carved figures around the temple. Thanks for sharing this with us.
Very impressive!
India must be some incredible country, every week you have something stunning to show us. And every week it is something new...
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As usually I'm impressed by the beauty of this place!
Awesome!
Impressive, beautiful and much interesting monuments full of a rich history and culture. I enjoiy being here in your blog! Namaste!
awe... these are worth architectures took place the history! I wonder what are hard work the designers would gone through to create historic monuments.
it really does look ancient, if those walls could talk, the stories would be something to hear.
Those statues are amazing! Thank you for this informative post.
Incredible temple and the perfect skies for a back drop! The carvings are incredible, Rajesh, and you always manage to show the very best! Hope you and your family have a lovely weekend!
Sylvia
great photos and amazing to think in terms of dates like 900AD, just wow
have a good weekend
Amazing architecture.
thank you once again Rajesh for taking us with you to beautiful, ancient, sacred sites, we might other wise never see!
just thinking of the time to put those incredible detailing boggles the mind.
Very beautiful photos and interesting post.Have a great weekend!
Amazing statues and carvings, Rajesh. It seems to me the temple is being repaired (top photo) or cleaned, is that right?
Kay
Alberta, Canada
Awesome Temples as usual...was wondering..with over 600 Gods..just how many temples are there to visit?
Your buildings out there are magnificently structured.
Beautiful shots!
My Skywatch, have a nice weekend!
Wow, magnificent! Great photos. Thank you for sharing.
The temple is amazing. The carvings at the base almost look like they've come to life.
The intricacy of the details of these places boggles my mind. Thanks for the pix.
You have an interesting country. Good luck with the games.
loved the last pic the best
I have seen these. The temples are magnificent
Awesome carvings. Wonder when i'll get the opportunity to see these treasures.
Beautiful carvings and temples. Wonderful photos. Happy skywatching!
These ancients carvings in the temple are amazing. Am sure they tell some stories.
your pictures are stunning. i enjoy these very much.
beautiful..
Lovely set of pictures.
Lovely shots.
Amazing work of architecture! Thnaks for the tour.
wonderful structures as always in y0ur w0rld. my skywatch friday
I am always so so amazed about the workmanship, and the size of the structures. Great art, that will last centuries. Thanks for sharing, and hope all is well with you, and family. Anna :)
Magnificent building! And such lovely carvings. Think of all the hard work and expertise...
Really a magnificent temple! The carvings in the last image are amazing!
Happy weekend
It's a magnificent temple!
TY for the tour of your mighty treasures. Love the history of India.
Happy SS...
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spectacular architecture.
Wow, the work on that building is so intricate, so much detail. Love the detail shots!
Lots of lovely shadows in these photos :-)
Spectacular and so detailed.
so many interesting shadows in these temples.
So intricate. Beautiful.
A beautiful temple for the skywatch! And I can see the blue sky! :)
That may be the most intricate and exquisitely decorated temple you've posted yet. Very impressive, and your photos of it are fantastic.
Wonderful place to visit and appreciate! Ornamental works looks beautiful.
Beautiful temple. Looks like you need good walking shoes to climb all the stairs.
Thanks to all for appreciating beautiful architecture of this temple.
I always love coming here to see the architectural and natural beauty of India. The carving on that temple is gorgeous! thanks for sharing at MM. :)
spectacular!
So very beautiful... The architecture is so intricate and fine, you have captured it so well!
Wonderful! Thank you sir for sharing with us!
Thanks to all for appreciating beautiful architecture of this temple.
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