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Vamana Temple, Khajuraho

Vamana temple (Devanagri:वामन मंदिर) is a Hindu temple dedicated to Vamana, an avatar of the god Vishnu. The temple was built between 1050 and 1075. It forms part of the Khajuraho Group of Monuments, a UNESCO World Heritage Site listed because of its exceptional architecture, art, and testimony to the Chandela dynasty.

Location

The temple is located in the eastern area of Khajuraho. It is situated about 200 meters to the north-east to Brahma Temple.

Architecture

It has a sanctum, vestibule, maha-mandapa with lateral transepts and an entrance-porch.

References

  1. ^ "Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) - Vamana Temple". Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Retrieved 21 March 2012.
  2. ^ "Khajuraho Group of Monuments". UNESCO World Heritage Centre. United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization. Retrieved 25 June 2023.