Lakshmana Temple is one of the three largest temples of Khajuraho and the Western Group and is considered to be the earliest (c. AD 954) to have been built by the Chandella rulers.
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The Great Stupa at Sanchi (Video)
The ‘Great Stupa’ at Sanchi is the oldest stone structure in India and was originally commissioned by the emperor Ashoka the Great in the 3rd century BCE. Its nucleus was a simple hemispherical brick structure built over the relics of the Buddha. It was crowned by the chatra, a parasol-like structure symbolizing high rank, which… Continue reading The Great Stupa at Sanchi (Video)
The Crumbling Ruins Of Kakanmath Temple
Kakanmath Temple is one of the prominent Shiva temples located near the village of Sihonia in Morena district of Madhya Pradesh. Although in ruins today, the temple is notable for its amazing sculptural wealth.
Top 15 Magnificent Rock-Cut Caves In India
Rock-cut architecture is the practice of creating a structure by carving it out of solid natural rock. There are more than 1,500 rock-cut temples in India, most of which are religious in nature, adorned with decorative paintings and exquisite stone carvings reflecting a very high level of craftsmanship.
Chausath Yogini Temple of Mitawali – A striking similarity to the Indian Parliament House
Rich cultural heritage has blessed India with numerous places worth visiting. Many of these are lying hidden in little-known towns and villages, which even many of the tourist circles, at times have no clue about. Whenever you come across such spots, you tend to realize that the current one is more beautiful than the previous… Continue reading Chausath Yogini Temple of Mitawali – A striking similarity to the Indian Parliament House
Bateshwar – An Archaeological Site Consisting Of 200 Ancient Temples
Bateshwar is not home to only a solitary temple but the temples here form a giant jigsaw puzzle with its pieces scattered over 10 acres of a hill slope.
Rock-Cut Jain statues at Gwalior
Gwalior is an important city in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is rich in architectural marvels. The fort situated 100 m above from the town of Gwalior is the main attraction here. Although Gwalior is above all a Hindu site, there is a great number of rock cut Jain images situated at the Gwalior Fort. Midway on the slopes… Continue reading Rock-Cut Jain statues at Gwalior
Gwalior Fort – India’s most impregnable fortress
The Rajputs, Marathas, Mughals, British, Muslim rulers, Sikhs and some more may have played out their roles in India’s rich history, but they all seem to have a unique common link to a city in central India – Gwalior. The Gwalior Fort is perched on a hilltop, near the Gwalior city of Madhya Pradesh. Regarded… Continue reading Gwalior Fort – India’s most impregnable fortress
