Khajuraho Group of Monuments World Heritage Site

Official name

Khajuraho Group of Monuments | UNESCO

Country

India | Map

Continent

Asia

Location

State of Madhya Pradesh
24.8522° Lat, 79.9222° Lon | Map

Code

240

Time Zone

Asia/Kolkata (IST, +0530)

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Category

Cultural

Description

Inscribed 1986. The temples at Khajuraho were built during the Chandella dynasty, which reached its apogee between 950 and 1050. Only about 20 temples remain; they fall into three distinct groups and belong to two different religions – Hinduism and Jainism. They strike a perfect balance between architecture and sculpture. The Temple of Kandariya is decorated with a profusion of sculptures that are among the greatest masterpieces of Indian art.