Khajuraho Hotels- Where Time Stands Still

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Situated in the Bundelkhand region of Chhatarpur district in Madhya Pradesh, Khajuraho is world famous as a tourist attraction and an archaeological site for its medieval temples that are ornate with erotic sculptures. It is believed that once this region was abundant in date palms called 'khajur' in Sanskrit and that is where the city gets its name from.

Khajuraho is not only famous in the country but has received international recognition after being declared a UNESCO world heritage site and listed one among the Seven Wonders of the World.

Khajuraho was once an the capital of the Chandela kings and extended over 21 sq. km in area with about 85 temples built by many rulers. It is believed that by around the late 11th century, the Chandelas moved elsewhere and Khajuraho was largely forgotten till it was rediscovered this complex of temple in the jungle of Khajuraho in 1838 by a British army captain, TS Burt.

Khajuraho's sculptured temples are dedicated to Hindu gods Lords Shiva, Vishnu and Jain patriarchs. Among the 85 temples originally here, 20 have been preserved reasonably well. Chausth Yogini, Brahma, ...
... Lalgun Mahadev, Matangeshwar, Varaha, Lakshman, Parshwanath, ChaturBhuja, Ghantai, Vishwanath, Devi Jagdambi, Chitragupta, Kandriya Mahadevi, Vaman, Adinath and Duladev are the most famous among the temples of Khajuraho. These temple are mostly made out of sandstone and are world famous for their erotic sculptures. An important feature of these temples is that although the outside walls are ornate with these erotic sculptures, the inside walls are devoid of any such work. It is said to imply that to be one with god one must leave behind all worldly desires. Khajuraho is also famous as the host of an annual dance show known as the 'Khajuraho Dance Festival'.

Khajuraho Hotels are available in a variety of range. Be it the luxurious 5 star hotels or the mid-range or even budget hotels. Hotel Clarks, The Radisson Jass Hotel, Ramada, Usha Bundela, The Lalit Temple View and the Chandela Hotel are the luxurious 5 star hotels that offer amenities like swimming pool, free parking, room service, wheelchair access, fitness centre and restaurant.

Some of the budget Khajuraho Hotels are Hotel Surya, EuroStar Inn, Hotel Isabel Palace, Hotel Marble Palace, Casa di William, Shri Krishna Jungle Resort, Hotel Harmony, Hotel Lakeside and few others. These hotels offer multi cuisine restaurants, café, shuttle service and a pick-up service and even laundry facilities.

Khajuraho has an airport that is connected to the major Indian cities and the city is also well connected by bus to Delhi and nearby areas. The nearest railhead is at Mahoba, around 60 km away. The best time to visit Khajuraho is from September to March.