The Nandi Temple in Khajuraho (State: Madhya Pradesh) is a small temple opposite to Vishwanath Temple. Both the temple built in 1000 A.D belong to Western Group of Temples with their entrance facing each other. It has a large stone image of Nandi.
It is an open square pavilion resting on twelve pillars. It has a pyramidal roof of receding tiers of steps with minimal carvings at the top. The noteworthy decoration on its facades is a bold elephant frieze on the basement.
It is an open square pavilion resting on twelve pillars. It has a pyramidal roof of receding tiers of steps with minimal carvings at the top. The noteworthy decoration on its facades is a bold elephant frieze on the basement.
Have heard so much about this wonderful place! Thanks for showcasing this marvel!
ReplyDeleteUnique achitecture of high design!
ReplyDeleteGOOD LIGHTING EFFECT. NANDI IN THE NORTHERN PART OF INDIA IS RARE IS IT NOT?
ReplyDeleteAwesome structure ... still standing proud since 1000AD.
ReplyDeleteVery interesting structure, I like that it is so opened.;))
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It seems like the sunlight partners with the carvings to make the experience so much richer for us!
ReplyDeleteNice Nandi Pavilion,part of the shiva temple no doubt. Wonder why it is counted as a seperate"temple" ?
ReplyDeleteWow, the exotic Khajuraho!
ReplyDeleteLovely small temple! The light airy openness all around looks appealing and welcoming.
ReplyDeleteBonita imagen.
ReplyDeleteGracias por su visita
This may be a small temple, but it is beautiful. I especially like the color in this photo.
ReplyDeleteWhat a marvellous structure!
ReplyDeleteInteresting architecture, and another interesting photo and post. Thanks for sharing your world.
ReplyDeleteyou live in a wondrous place.
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful part of your world, Rajesh! Marvelous capture as always! Hope you have a great week!
ReplyDeleteSylvia
The roof is amazing!
ReplyDeleteBellissimo Raj :)
ReplyDeleteIl tuo mondo è veramente meraviglioso e spirituale :)
Myriam
Love the sanctity and peace in any place of worship. The architecture is a beauty!
ReplyDeletethis is very cute; i like this temple very much.
ReplyDeleteFantastic!great shot as always! weekend getaway @ kenting
ReplyDeleteVery cool temple. Love the intricate design.
ReplyDeleteI like how it looks golden.
ReplyDeleteThis is why I enjoy my Tuesday world tour, I get to see so many interesting places, here from the comfort of my chair. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteSo well captured.
ReplyDeletenice lighting in this one!
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful, Rajesh. I like this open pavilion temple. Thanks for sharing your part of the world.
ReplyDeleteAwesome informative post!!
ReplyDeleteI know I say this every week, but the architecture of your temples is quite amazing. Such delicate work.
ReplyDeleteTake good care of such a wonderful piece of architecture.
ReplyDeleteA pretty NIFTY locale!
ReplyDeleteROG, ABC Wednesday team
beautiful part of your world!
ReplyDeleteMarvelous capture as always!
Have a great week!
Wonderful construction, I love those columns!
ReplyDeleteLéia
The roof is fascinating.
ReplyDeleteIndia has so many beautiful shrines and temples. Thank you for showing them to us.
Kay, Alberta
Whoever designed that pavilion must have been very talented to figure out how to lay that stone to last all these many years!
ReplyDeleteSo different to my world here. Terrific individual N.
ReplyDeleteWhat a pleasure to see this lovely photograph. The shrine is incredibly fine architecture!
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful !
ReplyDeleteCool! When I think of this, I think why are there only seven wonders of the world? They say King Kong is the eighth.
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Great art and beauty in this shrine. I am going back to look at it enlarged. :-)
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another wonderful structure ... intricately done..
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Simply fascinating!
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Spectacular! It's outlines look a bit like a cake.
ReplyDeleteErika B
It is very fascinating from an architectural point of view. Beautifully done.
ReplyDeletei must visit khajuraho soon!!!
ReplyDeleteNeat information
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful, and a nice picture too!
ReplyDeleteThe beauty continuously flows from your world. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the appreciation. Even though it is small, when compared to other temples it is carved beautifully.
ReplyDeleteThis is fantastic! Great shot!
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Beautiful capture. The roof so is unique.
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Liz @ MLC
What beautiful intricate detail. I would love to see that in person.
ReplyDeleteGood shot Rajesh.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing that is very informative... Happy MYM!!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful structure! Interesting technique - and info.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the appreciating this temple. Even though it is small, it is carved beautifully.
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