Monday, 30 January 2017

Khajuraho Etched in Stone

Khajuraho—it’s the stuff of Indian travel brochures. You’ve heard and read all about the place, now it’s time to go and see it in all its glory. Situated some 175 km from Jhansi in Madhya Pradesh.  Khajuraho, if not for its celebrated temples, would be another nondescript village in this part of the country. But the temples bestow on the place a heritage that is rich and unique. The Khajuraho Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are amongst the most beautiful medieval monuments in the world, housing temple art crafted with expert artistry and a fine aesthetic sensibility. 


Originally a group of 85, they are the largest group of Hindu and Jain temples in the world, although only about 25 of them remain today. These magnificent temples were built by the Chandela rulers between AD 900 and 1150, and have withstood years of neglect, still standing testimony to the golden era of a dynasty. 


The temples themselves are perfectly proportioned and the religious carvings evoke awe and wonder. What draws most visitors to Khajuraho, though, are the erotic sculptures that impress with their grace and boldness. As you walk amidst these ancient works of art, you are bound to contemplate that there was a time in India when women were empowered and unfettered and when living and loving were a celebration. 

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