Kandariya Mahadev Temple. Kandariya Mahadev Temple located in Khajuraho of Chhatarpur district, which is world famous. The height and structure of this temple still forces people to think. People come not only from India but also from abroad to see this temple.
The temple is 1000 years old
Brijesh Mishra, who has been working as a guide for years, says that Kandariya Mahadev Temple is the largest and tallest among all the temples of Khajuraho. This temple was built by Chandela king Vidyadhar between 1025 and 1050. this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Brijesh explains that its planning configuration consists of Mukhmandap, Mandap, Mahamandap, Antaral and Garbhagriha. Due to its size, exquisite sculpture and detailed sculpture, this temple is one of the finest temples of its kind in Central India with a highly developed style.
This is the meaning of Kandariya
Brijesh says that this is the only temple of Khajuraho which has two arched entrances. There is a symbol of four-armed Shiva on the lintel of the sanctum sanctorum and on his right is Brahma and on his left is Vishnu. This Shivalinga is made of white marble. Very beautiful carvings have been done on the walls of the temple. Besides, erotic sculptures have also been made on the walls. Looking at this temple from the front, it seems as if we are entering a cave. The cave is also called Kandra, hence it was named Kandariya Mahadev Temple. Which means Shiva living in the cave.
Let us tell you, Kandariya Mahadev Temple remains open all days of the week. In such a situation, you can come for darshan between 9 am to 6 pm. To visit the Kandariya Mahadev Temple complex, Indian citizens have to buy a ticket of Rs 35.
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FIRST PUBLISHED: December 28, 2024, 16:23 IST