The Devi Jagadambi Temple is one of the oldest temple in Khajuraho (State: Madhya Pradesh). Belonging to Western Group of Temples it is smaller when compared to Lakshmana Temple, Vishwanath Temple and Kandaria Mahadeva Temple. It is built by the kings of dynasty in the middle of 11th century.
Carved beautifully it is on the same platform as Kandaria Mahadeva Temple. Smaller in size, it is much more delicately proportioned temple.
It is decorated with some of the finest sculptures in three bands around the temple. The carvings are exquisite.
The images of deities set into prominent places in the temple's exterior, so they were functioning as more than mere decoration.
There is a big sculpture of a warrior fighting with a lion bare handed at the entrance of the temple. This is the symbol of Chandela Dynasty.
Carved beautifully it is on the same platform as Kandaria Mahadeva Temple. Smaller in size, it is much more delicately proportioned temple.It is decorated with some of the finest sculptures in three bands around the temple. The carvings are exquisite.The images of deities set into prominent places in the temple's exterior, so they were functioning as more than mere decoration.There is a big sculpture of a warrior fighting with a lion bare handed at the entrance of the temple. This is the symbol of Chandela Dynasty.
Beautiful shots of the temple, Rajesh! the sculpture is really cool. Great photos.
ReplyDeleteOnce again you have taken some unique and exotic photos...I feel like I travel some place far away when I visit your blog.
ReplyDeleteOh, my goodness...this one is one of the most elaborate you have sown us lately. It is mind boggling in its stunning architecture. How in the world did the people build these temples? They must have worked on them their entire lives. The carvings and sculptures are awesome. genie
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, how beautiful! I can only imagine the amount of work that went into creating such a fabulous work of art! Thanks for shariang at MM. :)
ReplyDeleteBreathtaking carvings !
ReplyDeleteWhat intricate sculptures! This is a very beautiful temple.
ReplyDeletelovely photos!
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ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful!!! Thank you! Cathy
ReplyDeleteBeautiful temple.
ReplyDeletenice looking and cool work!
ReplyDeleteMarvelous sculptors and carvings! Very beautiful, esp. liked the lion one.
ReplyDeleteSo intricate and beautiful!
ReplyDeleteIndia must truly be such a versatile country and there is so much to see, as as long as I have read your blog, you have never ever posted the same things.;)
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Thanks for sharing this nice mosaic!
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Such exquisite carvings!! Marvelous captures as always, Rajesh! Thanks for sharing the beauty! Have wonderful week!
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The carving on the temple is fantastic and I also love the large sculpture at the entrance.
ReplyDeleteHard to believe the detail!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.
ReplyDeleteFighting a lion bare handed would take incredible bravery which I suppose is what that Dynasty sought to portray.
ReplyDeleteI want to visit this part of the world, full of ancient history and art.
ReplyDeleteSuch intricate details!
Amazing!
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Amazing photos!
ReplyDeleteHard to believe that it is a *SMALLER* temple. It looks so ornate and beautiful. Lovely seeing those statues set in to the posts.
ReplyDeleteAwesome photos ~ beautiful! ~ Great for RT ~ namaste, Carol (A Creative Harbor)
ReplyDeleteAnother of your very beautiful temples that you are sharing with Our World today, thank you.
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing statue of the warrior fighting the lion barehanded.
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These are amazing. Happy RT!
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That's a magnificent temple and sculpture!
ReplyDeleteit's just amazing how these pieces have survived until this days.. we've enjoyed it.. nice one Rajesh..
ReplyDeleteFantastic view of the temple. Temple is one of the place to learn your culture. The designs and statues are really very well crafted.
ReplyDeleteMore wonderul temple and carvings, Rajesh! Thanks for sharing these beautiful photos from your world.
ReplyDeleteThe sculpture of the warrior fighting with the lion is excellent.
ReplyDeletemagnificent, yet again.
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amazing temple shots.
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The carvings are stunning!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous and stunning photography!! Love it!!
ReplyDeleteSuch inticate detail! Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful temple view Rajesh.
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It is beautifully proportioned, the towers and the rising rows of carving is a wonder.
ReplyDeleteThe sculptures there are amazing!
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful, intricate carvings! Have a wonderful week,
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what an incredible place - I love the photos - great shots
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Marvelous. I cannot imagine the talent of those great sculptures.
ReplyDeleteA place I wish to visit from my school days. Hopefully one day...
Beautiful post and excellent pictures.
Fascinating work of art!
ReplyDeleteWow, impressive. Love the beautiful carvings. Beautiful shots.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful - a world away which I would never have known - but thanks to your stunning posts you bring the experience into my home. Thanks so much.
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Symbol of Chandelas.....so much similar to Hoysalas. Waiting to visits these monuments
ReplyDeleteMagnificent as always and always a joy to visit :)
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heard lot abt ths place...Sigh!!! amazing sculptures...
ReplyDeleteI'm visiting you first today, Rajesh. I knew you'd have exquisite photos and you did not fail me. The temple's exterior is delicate and intricate. I could sit and study this for days, if not weeks, and still not see everything. And you know so much about your subject matter. Thank you for visiting.
ReplyDeleteLoved the pics, the temples are so very beautiful.
ReplyDeleteMagnificent sculptures, you should fill a book with these photo's.
ReplyDeleteFollow scent and found this space.
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A kiss of Nita. Today, good night!
As always, a real pleasure to see. It looks like there night be some scaffolding in the last picture...hope parts are not falling into disrepair. genie
ReplyDeleteThank you all for appreciating the wonderful architecture of this temple.
ReplyDeletewent there many times...
ReplyDeleteso thank you so much for refreshing memories... :)
Beautiful temple and details in your photos.
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Wonderful! Impressive architectural work all around. Great captures!
ReplyDeleteSuper duper shots!! I love I LOVE!! :)
ReplyDeleteThank you all for appreciating the temple.
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