Things to Do in Khajuraho

The Eastern Group of temples include the Ghantai Temple, Vamana Temple dedicated to the "Vamana" or dwarf incarnation of Lord Vishnu and the Javari Temple. There are also three Jain Temples with beautiful carvings and non-erotic sculptures. Although these are Jain Temples, they also contain numerous Vaishnav deities. The Eastern temples are partly Jain and partly Hindu. The most striking is the Parsvanath Temple, with its exquisite sculptures depicting everyday activity. There is a bull-emblem of the first Tirthankara, Adinath. It is a fine instance of sensitive art without any sexual motifs. In the vicinity of this temple is the temple of Adinath, which has some fine carvings. The temple is structurally similar to the Hindu temples of Khajuraho. In fact, it is this Jain-Hindu combination that is singularly interesting about the Eastern Group of temples. Only a century old, Shantinath is the most recent of all the temples in Khajuraho. Visited by the Digambar Jains, the temple houses a four and a half metre statue of Adinath. The Ghantai Temple, mostly in ruins now, has fine columns and chains and bells, with a figure of a Jain goddess on a garuda. Mainly built of granite and sandstone, the temple of Brahma and Hanuman is one of the oldest temples in Khajuraho. Strange though it may seem, the temple is actually dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Close by is a Hanuman temple reputed to have the earliest inscription dating back to AD 922 on a 2½-metre statue. The Javari and Vamana are two other notable temples of the Eastern Group. Inclusions: Admission to monuments. Guide Transport Exclusions: Gratuities Important Info: Please be informed that correct hotel name and check-in date is essential to ensure better service to our guests. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All guests under the same reservation must enter the park together. Tickets must be used on the specific day selected. Tickets can only be used once. Re-entry is not allowed. Passport or ID corresponding to name on reservation is necessary. Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.

At a distance of 20 kms from Khajuraho, the Raneh Falls is a natural waterfall located in Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh. It is one of the popular waterfalls in Madhya Pradesh and also one of the best Khajuraho tourist places. Raneh Falls is an exquisite waterfall formed by River Ken running over one of the oldest rocks on earth, the Vindhya basalt. The falls is named after King Rane Pratap, the erstwhile ruler of the region. Situated in the close vicinity of Khajuraho, the waterfall emerged at the confluence of Ken and Khudar Rivers. Raneh Falls mark the edge of the Rewa plateau in Madhya Pradesh. The cascading waterfall is surrounded by wonderful rock formations. The larger and smaller falls run all through the year. Other seasonal falls appear during monsoons. Inclusions: Admission to monuments. Transport Guide Exclusions: Gratuities Important Info: Please be informed that correct hotel name and check-in date is essential to ensure better service to our guests. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Passport or ID corresponding to name on reservation is necessary. All guests under the same reservation must enter the park together. Tickets can only be used once. Re-entry is not allowed. Tickets must be used on the specific day selected. Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.

The sightseeing tour from Eastern temples to Western Group of Temples include visit to the Kandariya Mahadeo Temple - dedicated to Lord Shiva, one of the largest and most typical of the Khajuraho temples. Late r visit the Chaunsat Yogini Jain Temple-dedicated to the 64 "Yoginis" or attendants of Goddess Kali. This temple stands apart from the rest. Also see the Chitragupta or Bharatji Temple with a lovely sculpture of Lord Vishnu in his 11-headed form. Western Group of Temples – a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which represent the finest examples of North Indian temple architecture. In the realm of architecture, Khajuraho holds a unique position. The temples here were built between 950 and 1050 A. D. by the Chandela dynasty, which claims descent from the Moon God and a mortal, Hemavati, with whom the God fell in love. The Chandelas built 85 temples and some 22 survive today. Architecturally, the temples have some unique features. Although famous for erotic depictions, these form only a small part of the wealth of the site. Taken in totality, the sculptures of Khajuraho depict the everyday life of the people and the court in the 10th and 11th century. Khajuraho is not something that can be described in words; it only has to be visited and experienced. Start your tour of visiting the Kandariya Mahadeo Temple - dedicated to Lord Shiva, one of the largest and most typical of the Khajuraho temples. Later visit the Chaunsath Yogini is dedicated to goddesses Kali. It is the oldest of the surviving temples of Khajuraho. The only temple in Khajuraho to be built of granite, the name of the temple is derived from the cells of 64 attendants of Goddess Kali (chaunsath: sixty-four). Also see the Chitragupta or Bharatji Temple is dedicated to the Sun God, and has many group scenes of royal processions, hunting, and dancing that reflect the lavish lifestyle of the Chandela courts. The gardens around the Western temples are picturesque and become a spectacle of colour and light during the Khajuraho dance festival. Inclusions: Admission to monuments. Guide Transport Exclusions: Gratuities Important Info: Please be informed that correct hotel name and check-in date is essential to ensure better service to our guests. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Passport or ID corresponding to name on reservation is necessary. Tickets must be used on the specific day selected. Tickets can only be used once. Re-entry is not allowed. All guests under the same reservation must enter the park together. Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.

Panna National Park is situated in the Vindhya hills along the tranquil Ken River, one of the cleanest rivers in the world. It is spread over 546 km on the bank of the Ken River. An ideal place for wildlife lovers, the park is visited by thousands of tourists every year. The best time to visit the park is early morning, and drive in an open jeep through the thick, wild vegetation. You can see a variety of birds (blossom-headed parakeet, red-belted cap wing, weaver, tree-pie), antelopes, chinkaras, sambars, and boars. And if you are lucky enough, you can also catch sight of the exclusive tiger. Panna also has one of the most famous diamond mines of the world at Majhganwa. Inclusions: Local Expert Assistance Transport Non-A/C Jeep. Entrance fee Exclusions: Gratuities Important Info: Please be informed that correct hotel name and check-in date is essential to ensure better service to our guests. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Passport or ID corresponding to name on reservation is necessary. Tickets can only be used once. Re-entry is not allowed. Tickets must be used on the specific day selected. All guests under the same reservation must enter the park together. Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.

Khajuraho was the capital of the Chandela kings and its temples were built in the short span of hundred years, from 950-1050 AD. Adorned with exquisite sculpture, only 22 temples remain of the original 85 Khajuraho’s temples are covered with hundreds of sculptured figures. The most famous are the Kandariya Mahadev, the Chaturbhuj, the Paraswanath and the Ghantai - the summit of Hindu sculpture: voluptuous forms; human and divine, throbbing with life and sublime in expression. Start your tour to visiting the Western Group of temples, the most important temple being the Kandariya Mahadeo Temple-dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is one of the largest and most typical of the Khajuraho temples. Visit the Chaunsat Yogini Jain Temple-dedicated to the 64 “Yoginis” or attendants of Goddess Kali. This temple stands apart from the rest. Also see the Chitragupta or Bharatji Temple with a lovely sculpture of Lord Vishnu in his 11-headed form. The sculptures that adorn the temples, carved in stone depict gods, goddesses and amorous couples. Thereafter visit the Eastern Group of temples including the Ghantai Temple, Vamana Temple dedicated dwarf incarnation of Lord Vishnu and the Javari Temple. There are also three Jain Temples with beautiful carvings and non-erotic sculptures. Later, proceed for hotel in Khajuraho. Languages: English. Inclusions: Guide Admission to monuments. Transport Exclusions: Gratuities Important Info: Please be informed that correct hotel name and check-in date is essential to ensure better service to our guests. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Passport or ID corresponding to name on reservation is necessary. Tickets can only be used once. Re-entry is not allowed. Tickets must be used on the specific day selected. All guests under the same reservation must enter the park together. Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.