India, Madhya Pradesh, Khajuraho, Western Group of Temples, mostly built 950-1050 during the height of the Chandela dynasty, Lakshmana Temple, 23 Jan 2015

            The sandstone carvings on Lakshmana Temple are absolutely stunning in their sheer scale, intricacy and subject matter.  Sculptures include various forms of Vishnu and Shiva, griffins, snake goddesses, apsaras (celestial nymphs in Hindu mythology, typically dancers and singers) as well as the erotic sculptures - interspersed almost casually between the other sculptures - which contribute to the many amazing aspects of this temple complex.

Khajuraho, formerly called Bundelkhand (from the 14th century), was the location for many temples during the reign of the Chandela dynasty, dedicated to Vishnu, Shiva, Surya and Shakti (Hindu), and the Thirthankaras (Jain).  There were once 85 temples, but it's now down to around 25.  Mostly made of sandstone, with a largely concealed granite foundation, they were built without mortar, with stones put together using mortise and tenon joints held in place by gravity.

Taken on: January 23, 2015

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Western Group of Temples

Lakshmana Temple

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