Western Group Of Temples In Khajuraho

The main monuments within the city are the numerous popular temples which is the USP of Khajuraho. There are three groups of temple sites located at Khajuraho which divides the sighseeing itinerary of tourists visiting Khajuraho. The Kandriya Mahadev Temple, devoted to Lord Shiva, The Lakshmana Temple, The Chaunsat Yogini Temple and the Matangeshwara temple form the most important structures of the Western Group of Temples. The Varaha Temple, known for its 9 ft tall boar statue is important. It ratifies the belief that the Chandela Kings were devotees of lord Vishnu.