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Kandariya Mahadev Temple

Kandariya Mahadev Temple in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, stands as a monument to Hindu devotional architecture and spiritual heritage in central India.

॥ हर हर महादेव ॥

Ancient Bells,
Living Faith

Kandariya Mahadev Temple graces the village of Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh, representing a significant centre of Hindu worship and cultural expression. The temple embodies the architectural and spiritual traditions that have long defined sacred spaces across the Indian heartland. As a place of reverence, it serves the devotional needs of its community while standing as a testament to the craftsmanship and religious vision of its builders.

॥ वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम् ॥

Light a Lamp,
Offer a Prayer

The temple's presence in Khajuraho links it to a region rich in spiritual and artistic heritage. Like other sacred structures in this locality, it reflects the enduring Hindu tradition of consecrating space for worship and communion with the divine. Visitors and devotees encounter in this temple the convergence of faith, artistry, and community practice that characterises Hindu temple culture across generations.

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Kandariya Mahadev Temple

Kandariya Mahadev Temple in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, stands as a monument to Hindu devotional architecture and spiritual heritage in central India.

Kandariya Mahadev Temple graces the village of Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh, representing a significant centre of Hindu worship and cultural expression. The temple embodies the architectural and spiritual traditions that have long defined sacred spaces across the Indian heartland. As a place of reverence, it serves the devotional needs of its community while standing as a testament to the craftsmanship and religious vision of its builders.

108Sacred Lamps
6Daily Aartis
Blessings

ॐ नमः शिवाय

Sacred Offerings

Sevas & Pujas

Offerings performed by ordained priests under the guidance of vedic tradition — for every milestone of life.

Mahabhishekam

Ceremonial bathing of the deity with milk, honey, sandalwood and sacred herbs accompanied by Vedic chants.

Archana

Recitation of the deity's names and mantras with flower offerings, performed in your name and gotra.

गं

Ganapati Homam

Sacred fire ritual to invoke Lord Ganesha — performed before new beginnings and important journeys.

Daily Worship

Aarti & Darshan Hours

Open every day of the week. Each hour carries its own fragrance, its own prayer.

  • 04:00 AMMangala AartiFirst worship — sanctum opens with lamp & conch
  • 05:30 AMRudra AbhishekamSacred bathing of the Linga with milk, water and bilva
  • 11:30 AMBhog AartiMidday offering of naivedyam
  • 04:00 PMSapta Rishi AartiWorship invoking the seven sages
  • 07:00 PMSandhya AartiEvening pradosha worship
  • 10:30 PMShayan AartiFinal aarti — Shringar adornment for the night

Plan Your Visit

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Address: Madhya Pradesh, India

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