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Things to do in Khajuraho for a Fantastic Holiday

The Khajuraho Group of Monuments

The Khajuraho Group of Monuments is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most important attractions in India. It is located near the town of Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh state, near Chhatarpur on the banks of River Ganges.

The site includes 11 temples built between 950-1150 CE that were once part of an expansive temple complex that was destroyed by Mahmud Ghazni during his invasion (1175-77 CE). These monuments are famous for their erotic sculptures depicting sexual positions and acts between men, women and animals including elephants!

Barabar Caves

Barabar Caves are the most famous of all Khajuraho sculptures. They are a group of caves carved in the side of a hill, with walls and ceilings painted with erotic scenes. The caves were excavated out of solid rock by Indian artisans over several centuries from around 900 AD to 1300 AD.

Barabar Caves were designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985 because they represent an exceptional example of late medieval Hindu temple architecture from central India, as well as being one of the most important archaeological sites in India.

Agastya Temple

Agastya Temple is located in the village of Barabar, just outside Khajuraho. It is a small temple with a beautiful architecture. The temple was built in the 13th century by local kings who wanted to have their own place to worship Lord Agastya, an important Vedic sage who lived during the time of Ramayana and Mahabharata.

The temple has been beautifully kept up over time and still stands today as one of India’s most interesting tourist attractions!

Kedareshwar Temple

Kedareshwar Temple is a temple dedicated to the Hindu goddess Kali. The temple is located in the village of Kedareshwar, in the Khajuraho district of Madhya Pradesh.

Kali is one of the most popular deities in India and has been worshipped for centuries by millions of people who are followers of Hinduism. She has many different forms or manifestations, each with its own attributes and powers (such as being able to destroy evil).

The temple was originally built during medieval times but was restored by King Bhojvardhana around 1167 AD when he moved his capital from Kanauj (northern India) to Pataliputra (now Patna).

Park your car and take a stroll through the ancient palace of Khajuraho

Khajuraho is a UNESCO World Heritage Site because of its temples, sculptures and gardens.

The city is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India for art lovers as well as historians. There are over 100 temples here which were built between ninth and 12th centuries AD by Kachchh rulers, who had started building their palace complex earlier on this site which once formed part of an estate owned by Chandragupta Maurya (293-233 BC). The temples are made out of sandstone blocks quarried out from nearby rivers or hillsides. They have Hindu pantheon motifs carved inside them while outside they have terracotta panels that depict various scenes from Hindu mythology such as Hanuman jumping over Sita's funeral pyre or Krishna killing Kamsa with his sword Gandiva!

Visit the temple of Khanda-Sarasvati

The temple of Khanda-Sarasvati is located in the village of Khanda-Sarasvati, about 15 km from Khajuraho. It was built in the 12th century, dedicated to Sarasvati, the goddess of learning and wisdom.

The temple complex consists of many other structures including a mosque (built by Rajput kings in 12th century) and a sacred spring called “Janaki Sarovara” or “Ganges of Janaki” that flows nearby.

Explore the nearby Museum

The museum is located near the Khajuraho Group of Monuments. It is open from 9:00 to 17:00, except on Mondays and public holidays.

The museum contains exhibits related to archaeology, anthropology and art history of Khajuraho region. It also has a collection of paintings depicting scenes from mythology and religious stories as well as paintings depicting everyday life in ancient times.

Do some shopping at the antique market

The Khajuraho antique market is an experience that you should not miss. It is an open-air market with a variety of antiques, jewelry and handmade crafts. You will find everything there from medieval weapons to ancient texts to furniture made out of wood and even paintings on the walls.

The best time to visit the antique market is in the morning before it gets too crowded as this will give you more space to browse around without any hassle or crowding around your way. If you are looking for something specific, then it might be better if you look around at different stalls until one catches your eye because they have more variety than just one type of item (such as tables). You can also ask them questions regarding what they have so that they know exactly how much money each piece costs; however this might not always be possible since most vendors don't speak English fluently which means communication may get difficult at times when trying out some deals on items at low prices like $30-$50 per item but which usually retail higher prices elsewhere due its rarity value!

Wear comfortable shoes such as sneakers or sandals because walking barefoot through dirt paths may cause pain due lack hygiene practices in India's old buildings where dirt tends collect rapidly under foot pressure; therefore always wear socks with cleanliness being important here!

Takeaway:

Khajuraho is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that dates back to the 9th century. The monuments are located in the state of Madhya Pradesh, India and were built by the Chandela dynasty as part of their temple complex. They include several temples, chaityas (monumental shrines), sculptures and inscriptions.

The most famous monument at Khajuraho is called Barabar Caves or ‘Barabar Group’ which includes Kedareshwar Temple or Kedara Devi Temple; Agastya Temple; Lakshmana Temple; Ganesha Temple and others such as Parshvanatha Mandir & Ramlingeshwar Mahadev Mandir etc., These structures make up what is known as Khajuraho Group Of Monuments which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986 under its original name “Group Of Monuments” with additional names added later on - Khajura-Gulari Bhimbetka Complex (Khajura-Gulari Bhimbetka) which includes Jain Temples like Ratnaprabhas Temple & Adinath Jain Mandir among others along with Buddhist temples like Mahavira Jain Mandir & Bodhi Tree Museum among many others

The Khajuraho Group of Monuments is a treasure trove of ancient art and architecture that will take your breath away. You can spend hours exploring this UNESCO World Heritage Site, which has been declared as one of the most beautiful places in India. The Barabar Caves are also worth visiting for those who like a bit of adventure! And if you want to learn about the history of these sites then we recommend checking out our guide on how to visit Khajuraho without getting lost or tired from walking around all day long."