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North India Vacations [ 13 Days ] |
| Destinations Covered : Delhi - Jaipur - Agra - Khajuraho - Varanasi - Delhi |
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North India Tour [ 10 Days ] |
| Destinations Covered : Delhi - Alwar - Jaipur - Agra - Khajuraho - Varanasi - Delhi |
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Best of North India Tour Package [ 10 Days ] |
| Destinations Covered : Delhi - Alwar- Jaipur- Agra- Khajuraho- Varanasi- Delhi |
Introduction
The kaleidoscopic tourism destination of India, Khajuraho is renowned the World over for its terrific temples. The Khajuraho temples are amongst the few World Heritage Sites in India.
Most of 85 temples of Khajuraho are in ruins now and only 20 temples have withstood the test of time.
The sculptural sensuality of Khajuraho Temple attracts many artists, archaeologists and historians who visit these temples often. The sensuously carved figures in these exotic temples of Khajuraho ensure that many honeymooners visit this work of art.
Historical Background of Khajuraho
Built by the mighty Chandela rulers in 9th and 10th century AD, the beautiful Khajuraho Temples attract people from across the globe.
The temples of Khajuraho were constructed during the years 950 A.D. to 1050 A.D. Khajuraho literally means the 'Khajur' tree that grow in profusion all over Khajuraho, India.
There are different views as to the reasons that inspired the Chandela rulers to initiate the construction of the temples of Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh, India. The most common legend associated with the initiation of the building of the temples of Khajuraho is that king Chandravarman who was the founder of the Chandela dynasty had a vision where his mother implored him to construct temples dedicated to the reality of human needs and desires. It is believed that Chandravarman came into this world as a result of the union between the moon god and a beautiful mortal.
Tourist Attractions in Khajuraho
Many of these temples at Khajuraho are dedicated to Hindu gods and goddesses like the Kandariya Mahadeo, considered to be the largest temple in the western group dedicated to Lord Shiva, Lakshmana Temple, one of the oldest and finest temples dedicated to Lord Lakshmana, temple of Vishvanath and Nandi celebrates the marriage of Lord Shiva with Parvati, the oldest of the surviving temple of Khajuraho Chaunsat Yogini is dedicated to goddesses Kali.
Apart from the western, eastern, and southern groups of temples in Khajuraho, the tour package to Khajuraho may take you to visit the Archaeological Museum that boasts of a very good collection of sculpture, inscriptions, and architectural objects.
Khajuraho Temple Tour Packages may be extended to other places like Dhubela Museum, Benisagar Lake, Pandava Waterfall, Ranguan Lake, Rajgarh Palace and the Ajaygarh Fort. The architectural wonders of the temples in Khajuraho attract innumerable domestic and international travelers to Khajuraho.
Miscellany
Khajuraho Temple acts as a backdrop for the popular Khajuraho Dance Festival. This cultural festival is an annual event where artists perform traditional Indian music and dance and enthrall the tourists and audiences. The awe-inspiring Khajuraho Temples have been the source of inspiration for many artists, painters, photographers and poets. The Dance Festival in Khajuraho is celebrated in the months of February/March.
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