Khajuraho Temple, Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh India

Khajuraho temple is a famous tourist centre situated at Chhatarpur district in the state of Madhya Pradesh. It is archaeological site known for its sculptured temples dedicated to shiva, Vishnu, and Jain patriarchs. Khajuraho was a small village and capital of the Chandela Kings, who from the 9th to 11th century developed a large realm, which at its height included almost all of what is now Madhya Pradesh state. Khajuraho is one of the famous tourist destinations in India. It has the largest group of medieval Hindu temples. It is also most popular for its erotic sculpture. The name Khajuraho is derived from the Hindi word khajur which means date palm.

It is not about religion, worshipping and deities. The temples of Khajuraho are instead famous for the eroticism etched on its walls in the form of sculptures. The temple of Khajuraho is a fine example of Indian architectural styles that have gained popularity due to their depiction of the traditional way of life during primeval and medieval times. They were re-discovered only during the 20th century. Long forgot by the populace in the surrounding areas, the jungles had taken a toll on some of the monuments.