Khajuraho

Khajuraho is a small town near Chhatarpur in Madhya Pradesh, known for Chandela temples with carved gods, dancers and scenes of daily life.

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Khajuraho is a small town near Chhatarpur in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. Its medieval temples, built under the Chandela dynasty roughly between 950 and 1050 CE, are Hindu and Jain and form the largest such group in India. Many carry carved gods, dancers, scenes of daily life and the erotic sculptures the site is known for.

The Khajuraho Group of Monuments has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1986. The temples fall into Western, Eastern and Southern groups. The Eastern group holds the Jain temples in one compound. Start at the Western group, which has most of the temples, including the large Kandariya Mahadev. Plan one day for the main temples and a second for the Jain temples, the Southern group and the museums. Trains and a small airport link the town to Delhi and other cities.

Khajuraho in five

See the Western Group in soft lightThe main temples sit inside one walled garden. Go at opening or late afternoon, when the stone is warm and quieter, and allow two to three hours with a guide for the carvings.Madhya Pradesh
Hire a guide for the carvingsThe sculptures cover daily life, mythology and dance, and a guide helps decode them. Agree the price and what the entry ticket includes before the tour starts.
Plan the route from Orchha or AgraOrchha is about 4 hours by road, and Agra is a long day; many travelers combine Khajuraho with Orchha and Varanasi by train and car. Check the airport's flights too, as services are limited.Orchha
Add the Eastern and Southern groups on a bicycleThe village's other temples are a short ride from the Western Group, and the Jain temples feel quieter. Cycling is a good fit in the cooler months.
Visit in winterFrom October to March days are mild, and a February dance festival adds performances in front of the temples; check the date with the tourism board. April to June is very hot.Agra

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Need to know

Airport: Khajuraho (HJR), small, with limited flights
Getting there: Train to Khajuraho or Mahoba; road from Orchha, about 4 hours
Getting around: Walking, bicycle and auto-rickshaw within the village
Best base: Near the Western Group temples
Time needed: 1 night; 2 with Panna National Park

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JanuaryClear3 rainy daysHigh23°Low12°Cool, clear
FebruaryClear2 rainy daysHigh28°Low15°Dance festival
MarchClear3 rainy daysHigh33°Low20°Warming
AprilClear1 rainy dayHigh39°Low25°Very hot
MayClear3 rainy daysHigh40°Low28°Peak heat
JuneRain12 rainy daysHigh38°Low29°Pre-monsoon
JulyRain27 rainy daysHigh32°Low26°Monsoon
AugustRain28 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh30°Low25°Monsoon, green
SeptemberRain21 rainy daysHigh31°Low25°Humid
OctoberClear5 rainy daysHigh31°Low22°Pleasant
NovemberClear1 rainy dayHigh28°Low17°Mild
DecemberClear2 rainy daysHigh24°Low13°Cool, clear

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Day trips by train

Panna National Parkabout 40 min by roadTiger and wildlife safaris along the Ken River; book in advance in season.
Orchhaabout 4 hours by roadPalaces and cenotaphs on the Betwa River; a natural pairing.Read the guide
Raneh Fallsabout 30 min by roadA gorge of pink granite with a waterfall, best after the monsoon.

Before you go to Khajuraho

Guided temple walksA guide to read the carvingsCompare day tours

Stays near the Western GroupSmall hotels within walking distanceCheck availability

eSIM for central IndiaPatchy signal outside the villageRead the guide

Cover for rural rail tripsDelays, missed connections, heatRead the guide

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Rules for Khajuraho, checked

Foreign visitors need a valid visa for India; check the eligibility and fee rules on the official Indian e-Visa portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in) before you book flights.
Check current entry fees and opening hours for the Western, Eastern and Southern groups on the Archaeological Survey of India website (asi.gov.in) before you go.
Take your shoes off before entering the Jain temples in the Eastern group, and follow the signs and staff instructions at each temple.
The Archaeological Survey of India museum opposite the Western group is closed on Fridays, and the state tribal and folk museum is closed on Mondays and public holidays.

Plan around Khajuraho

All of India

Entry rules, regions and trip planning

Read the guide Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh

The heart-of-India region: temples and tiger parks

Read the guide Orchha

Riverside palaces and cenotaphs, to the north

Read the guide Varanasi

Ganges ghats, a long train away

Read the guide Lucknow

Uttar Pradesh's food and architecture hub

Read the guide Transport in India

Booking rail and when to hire a driver

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Khajuraho FAQ

How many days do you need in Khajuraho?

One night is enough for the temple groups and a sunset walk. Add a second day for Panna National Park or the Eastern group on a bicycle.

Is Khajuraho worth visiting?

Yes for the sculpture, which is among the finest in India, and for the quiet village feel. It sits off the usual Agra, Jaipur loop, so it suits travelers with at least two weeks.

How do you get to Khajuraho?

By small airport with limited flights, by train to Khajuraho or Mahoba, or by road from Orchha in about 4 hours. Check current flight and train schedules before you build the route around them.

Are the Khajuraho temples only erotic?

No. Most carvings show gods, musicians, warriors and daily life; a small share are erotic and are usually on the outer walls. A guide helps explain the symbolism in context.

When is the Khajuraho Dance Festival?

It is usually held in February at the Western Group, but the dates change each year. Confirm them with the Madhya Pradesh tourism website before booking a room.