Khajuraho

Khajuraho: The City of Gods

Best Time of Visit

November to March

Ideal Duration for Visit

2 days

Average Budget

INR 2000/- per person

Welcome To

Khajuraho

Best Time of Visit

November to March

Ideal Duration for Visit

2 days

Average Budget

INR 2000/- per person

Planning Toolkit

Summer (April - June)

The summer season in Khajuraho runs from April through June. Khajuraho has a scorching summer season, with temperatures reaching 47°C. This is not the best time to go sightseeing because the heat is terrible, leaving everyone dehydrated. It is preferable to skip visiting Khajuraho during the summers and wait until the winters arrive.

Monsoon (July - September)

During July and September, Khajuraho undergoes monsoon season. The chilly rains serve to reduce the high temperatures of the summer season while also making the entire area look lush green. However, the weather remains humid, making it an inconvenient time to visit Khajuraho. Due to the fact that most adventure activities are closed during the monsoon season, trekking or having a leisure stroll will be a difficult problem.

Winter (October - March)

This is the best time to explore Khajuraho, with a favorable climate and a cool atmosphere awaiting your arrival. The winter sun is warm, even if the temperature drops to 4 degrees Celsius. The sensual and detailed sculptures appear even more beautiful and captivating in the mist that covers the temples. The cool evening air is ideal for taking in the wonderful light and sound spectacle that takes place at Khajuraho.

Sculptures of Erotica

Though the Khajuraho temples are known for its erotic and passionate sculptures, only around 10% of them represent sensuality, with the rest depicting diverse aspects of daily life such as potters and farmers at work, musicians playing, ladies dressing up, and so forth.

High Point of Architectural Ingenuity

The Khajuraho temples are thought to be the pinnacle of Indian architectural brilliance during the mediaeval period.

The Name's Origin

The city was named after the Hindi term 'khajur,' which means 'date,' since the city boundaries were lined with date palms. Khajuraho was called as Khajjurpura in olden times.

Temples' Interiors

Rooms are interlinked and arranged in an East/West line on the temple's interior. There is an entrance, a hall, a foyer, and a sanctum in each one. The largest temples have windows, most likely to add a sense of openness and brightness.

Rentals

In Khajuraho, car and bike rentals are easy to come by. Bicycle rentals are a terrific method to navigate around Khajuraho as well as explore the city's key features. Bicycle rental shops can be found close to the main temple complex. Visitors can not only travel the temples but also visit the hamlet for a glimpse into the lifestyle of the inhabitants for a very modest fare of Rs. 20.

Cabs

In Khajuraho, taxis and auto rickshaws are plentiful. Within Khajuraho, auto rickshaws are the most prevalent mode of transportation. They are friendly, and for a fee of Rs. 250 to 300, the auto drivers will even act as a tour guide, taking you around all of Khajuraho's greatest tourist attractions.

Local Bus Network

The temples of Khajuraho are easily accessible from the state of Madhya Pradesh's many towns and cities.

Population

24,481

Literacy rate

70.91 %

Elevation

283 m (928 ft)

Language

In Khajuraho, Hindi is the most widely spoken language. English is another commonly used language in the city, though it is very seldom spoken by the locals.