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Khajuraho Tour |
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Khajuraho lies in the forested plains of the region of Bundelkhand. The place is well known all over the world for its temple architecture and exquisite sculptures. Khajuraho combines history, architecture, culture and environment with delectable charm. Khajuraho Tour takes one away from the noise and pollution of the city, with its fresh air and scenic countryside. Its quaint charm and marvelous beauty of the temples attracts people to it and makes it Madhya Pradesh’s most famous tourist town.
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The temples of Khajuraho are the most prominent places of tourist interest and any Khajuraho Tour is incomplete without visiting the temples. Kandariya Mahadeo is dedicated to Lord Shiva, the kandariya temple soars 31 m high. The sanctum enshrines a lingam, while the main shrine is ornately carved and depicts various gods and goddesses in elaborate detail.
Don't forget to visit the Chaunsat Yogini temple on the Khajuraho Tour. Chaunsat Yogini is the oldest surviving temple in the group (900 A.D.), this is the sole granite temple dedicated to Goddess Kali. Another Kali temple, which was originally dedicated to Lord Vishnu, is the Devi Jagdambe temple.
Khajuraho Tour is incomplete without visiting the State Museum of Tribal & Folk Arts. A fine collection of masterpieces of tribal and folk art and artifacts from all over Madhya Pradesh is on display at the Chandela Cultural Complex. The tradition of tribal and folk arts and crafts has evolved over centuries. It represents the best of Indian culture and tradition and its synthesis with foreign cultures that came through trade and invasions. The State Museum has more than 500 representative items of terracotta, metal craft, woodcraft, tribal and folk paintings, tattoos, jewelery and masks.
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