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Who created Khajuraho temple?
the Chandela dynasty
Most Khajuraho temples were built between 950 and 1050 by the Chandela dynasty. Historical records note that the Khajuraho temple site had 85 temples by the 12th century, spread over 20 square kilometers Of these, only about 25 temples have survived, spread over six square kilometers.
Who discovered Khajuraho temples in 1838?
Captain TS Burt
10After centuries of neglect and disrepair, Captain TS Burt, an exploring British Officer from the group of Royal Bengal Engineers, re-discovered the abandoned set of temples in 1838. The temples of Khajuraho get mentioned for the first time when he published his findings in the Journal of the Asiatic Society(1838).
Why did Muhammad Ghazni invade India?
Mahmud of Ghazni wanted to build a magnificent empire in Central Asia. He also wanted to build a large army to annex and protect his territories in the region. India at this time was known for its riches. Due to all these conditions Mahmud of Ghazni invaded India several times.
Which part of Sati fell Where?
It is believed that the stomach of goddess Sati fell in Prabhas-Khetra, near Somnath Temple in Guajarat’s Junagarh district. Here, the devi is in the form of Chandrabhaga.
When was the first temple built in Khajuraho?
Most Khajuraho temples were constructed by the Chandela dynasty between 950 AD and 1050 AD. Historical records mention that by the 12th century, the temple site of Khajuraho had 85 temples, spread over 20 square kilometres.
Who was the king of the Khajuraho Group of monuments?
The Khajuraho group of monuments was built during the rule of the Chandela dynasty. The building activity started almost immediately after the rise of their power, throughout their kingdom to be later known as Bundelkhand. Most temples were built during the reigns of the Hindu kings Yashovarman and Dhanga.
What kind of sandstone was the Khajuraho temple made out of?
The Temples of Khajuraho are believed to have been built of light-coloured sandstone imported from the quarries of Panna, from the east bank of the Kane River. Iron clamps are also freely employed in the construction of the temples. A few other smaller temples are built partly of sandstone and partly of granite.
Are there any sculptures of Vishnu in Khajuraho?
Some of the themes expressed in these literary works are carved as sculpture in Khajuraho temples. Some sculptures at the Khajuraho monuments dedicated to Vishnu include the Vyalas, which are hybrid imaginary animals with lions’ bodies, and are found in other Indian temples.