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KHAJURAHO TEMPLES - INDIA

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This is the most famous and bookable tour package for #MadhyaPradesh, This tour package is very popular among #foreigners because it provides tours of two iconic and historical cities​ #Khajuraho and #Orchha. 2N/3D Khajuraho Tour Package starting from $110/INR8999pp

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Dive into History and Mystery at Matangeshwar Temple, Khajuraho

Explore the enigmatic Matangeshwar Temple in Khajuraho, a timeless sanctuary dedicated to Lord Shiva. Discover its rich historical significance, intricate carvings, and spiritual ambiance. Uncover the mysteries of this ancient marvel, renowned for its unique architectural style and cultural heritage. Plan your visit to experience the allure and grandeur of Matangeshwar Temple, a must-see attraction in the heart of India.

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Kandariya-Mahadev Temple at Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, India

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Kandariya-Mahadev Temple at Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, India

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Kandariya-Mahadev Temple at Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, India

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Kandariya-Mahadev Temple at Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, India

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Kandariya-Mahadev Temple at Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, India

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Kandariya-Mahadev Temple at Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, India

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Kandariya-Mahadev Temple at Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, India

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Lakshmana Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, INDIA

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Madhya Pradesh is one of the largest states of India and also called the heart of India. This Tour Package of 03 Nights and 04 Days is customized for the tourists who want to explore some of the most famous spiritual and historical sites of Gwalior, Orchha and Khajuraho tour starting from $185/INR13999pp

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Khajuraho Group of Temples - A UNESCO World Heritage Marvel

Explore the mesmerizing Khajuraho Group of Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its stunning ancient sculptures and architectural wonders.Plan your visit today and immerse yourself in the timeless charm of Khajuraho's temples.

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Education, the Khajuraho way

INCLUSIVE EDUCATION THE KHAJURAHO WAY

We recently had a visual treat at the Khajuraho temples. Our guide decoded the mesmerising carvings on the outer wall of the Vishnu Temple. The bottom most row signified the Earth and the ones above it water, fire, space and air; thus documenting that the five elements are the basis of everything in the material world.

The journey of humans is from nothing to nothing. When we start our journey as a speck in the mother’s womb we start from nothing and when we complete our journey we become ash, which is nothing.

One of the sculptures on the outer wall signified how the ovum was fertilised in the womb. The symbolic representation of the sperm, the ovaries and fallopian tubes left me astounded. In an era where there were no X-rays, ultra sounds etc; the internal anatomy of the reproductive system was carved and documented for posterity. Today we talk of Inclusive Education, where teaching content is in pictures or models for visual learners and special children who learn only by seeing. What could be a better way of explaining than etching it in stone!

Some sculptures illustrated the importance of Yoga to maintain physical health, because unless one is physically fit, one cannot procreate nor indulge in spiritual practices to attain Nirvana.

The union of the male and female is the way given by God for the continuity of creation. What left me awestruck was the sublimity portrayed in the expressions of those indulging for the purpose of marital fulfilment and in contrast, the animalistic expressions on the faces of those indulging for lust. Having gone through the process of procreation and having experienced life in all its facets, there is a realisation of the futility of it all and the understanding that all this leads to nothing! It is important that man experiences Dharma, Arth and Kama before he attains Moksha!

The outer walls had sculptures depicting the various facets of life. There were scenes of Gurukul, games, cooking, marriage processions etc. One sculpture showed a man’s body with the face of a demon devouring another man while being attacked in the back by a third man showing that if a man behaves like a demon, he ends up devouring others and if he fights his demonic tendencies, he overcomes his bestiality and comes out victorious. The figure at the topmost level showed a man sitting in lotus pose, meditating and experiencing bliss (nothingness)!

Inside the Garbha greha was an idol of Lord Vishnu facing East. The angle of inclination of the windows in the North and South ensured that the Idol was visible with the same amount of natural light, from sunrise to sunset. The extensive and intelligent use of Vastu Shilpa Sashtra was fantastic.

Contrary to hear-say, the Khajuraho temples are not centred on illustrating erotica. They are an authentic documentation of how advanced our society was in the 9-10th centuries. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, definitely worth seeing!

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This article is published as the middle piece in The Tribune on 10.01.2023.

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