The Land of the moon god as it is other wise called as the city of Khajuraho is in the state of Madhya Pradesh India. With its history dating back to the 9th to 12th century this rock city is famous for its sculpture and the architectural beauty of its temples. Known till date there are around 80 plus temples in Khajuraho of which only 20 survived the test of time, each one of it with its unique style and design. The city with gives the gift of love with its architecture is reachable by air from the cities of Varanasi and is well connected by rail and road. There wouldn’t be a single book of the Kama sutra that wouldn’t use the images of Khajuraho. This place with its temples appear to the visitors are being the source of eroticism however knowing the history of India one should understand that the images depict the circle of life and the love it demands.

In the western half are the temples of Chausath Yogini is dedicated to the Goddess Kali and is made of granite. The Viswanatha temple is one its kind dedicated to the Goddess Brahma the Curator. The Lakshmana temple belongs to Lord Vishnu the creator of life. In the South are the temples of Chaturbhuja and Duladeo dedicated to Vishnu and the sculptures on these temples are mind-blowing with their intricate work. The Eastern group of temples has sculptures of Apsaras of the dancers in the kingdom of god in sensuous moods. For the discerning tourist handicrafts of Khajuraho offer all they need for relishing their memories with the miniature crafts of the architecture temple, best places to shop are the Oswal complex, the Government emporia or in the Gole market.

In the foot of Maniyagarh hills around 25km from Khajuraho is the palace of Rajgarh. Forts of Ajaygarh and Kalinjar which are around 80km are worth a visit. Dhubela museum of Khajuraho has collection of Bundelkhand artifacts and is located around 55km from Khajuraho. The Ken Gharial sanctuary is host to the crocodiles with long snouts. Rich in its wild life with the Sloth bears, the Chetahs and Indian foxes is the Panna national part which is best visited in the months of monsoon post October.