Resorts in Khajuraho

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Khajuraho is a very popular tourist destination located at the Chhatarpur district of the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. The city was earlier known by the name of Kharjuravahaka, which is combination of two words, khajur meaning date palm fruits and vahaka meaning one who carries. The city was named so as the area was covered by date palm trees. There is regular bus service to and from Khajuraho to Satna and Jhansi. Khajuraho railway station has been recently constructed to make the area more easily accessible to tourists. The city is located on the banks of the River Khajur. British T.S Burt and General Alexander Cunningham, a member of the Archaeological Survey of India placed Khajuraho on the world map. The Resorts in Khajuraho are an apt place in the city to rejuvenate yourself.

The Khajuraho group of temples is considered to be one of the seven wonders of the country. UNESCO has entitled these temples as a World Heritage Site. The Kandariya temple is the largest temple of the group and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The sculptures of the temple depicts the daily activities of people, beautiful ladies reading letters, musicians with their instruments, warriors and monarchs, courtships, dance, meditation and preaching and love making scenes from the book of Kama Sutra. These temples are made of sandstone and granite but does not have mortar as ingredient. The temples are located over a high platform and is believed that the erotic sculptures were engraved  to test the devotion of the devotees who came to worship the gods and goddesses of the temples.

The Kandariya temple is the largest temple of the group. This temple consists of sculptures and highest level of architecture. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The Lakshmana temple is the oldest temple of Khajuraho. It was built by King Lakshmana and was dedicated to Lord Vishnu. This temple consists of a beautiful beam over the entrance of the temple which consists of a sculpture of the trinity,namely, Brahma, Vishnu and Maheshwar. The Chausath Yogini temple is the only granite temple at Khajuraho. The Chitragupta temple is the only temple at Khajuraho that is dedicated to the Sun god. Among the Jain temples, the Parsvanath temple is the largest. The next most famous temple is that of the Ghantai temple which depicts the sixteen dreams seen by Lord Mahavira's mother.

Besides sightseeing, enjoy a boat ride over the beautiful lakes of Banisagar and Rangau lakes. The Resorts in Khajuraho make your trip memorable. These resorts offer a comfortable ambience with spacious rooms, balconies and sitting arrangements within the rooms. The wireless internet facility, fax, television and telephone facilities keeps you  connected with the world. The roof top dinning hall and delicious food satisfies your taste buds to the fullest. Khajuraho is a busy tourist destination and hence it is best to book your accommodation online prior to your visit to ensure proper room availability. Log on to www.indiahotelsroom.com and book your accommodation online at best rates.