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Best Places to Visit in Ratlam

Decidedly the grandest Hindu temple among the Khajuraho Group of Temples, the origin of Kandariya Mahadev Temple traces back to 1050 BC. The temple was built as a tribute to the Hindu Lord Shiva and houses a magnificent Shiva Linga crafted with pure marble. Adorned with intricate carvings and great sculptures, countless statues and spires grace the temples interiors, the most remarkable of which is the main spire that replicates Mount Kailash in miniature!Timings: The temple is open from 06:00 AM to 06:00 PM.Entry Fee: The entry fee is INR 10 per person.Location: Kandariya Mahadev Temple, Sevagram, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh.Distance from Khajuraho Bus Stand: The temples sits nearly 1 km away from Khajuraho Bus Stand.Discover the best of things to do and activities in Khajuraho. 

Established by Chandra Dev of the Chandela dynasty in the ninth century, the temple was built as a shrine of Lord Shiva, housing an eight feet tall Shiva Lingam crafted with yellow limestone. The morning aarti is a delightful experience.Unlike its neighbouring temples, the pillars are quite plain, while the roof is beautifully blanketed with figures. It is truly one of the best places to visit in Khajuraho.Timings: The temple allows visitors in from 06:00 AM to 06:00 PM every day.Location: Matangeshwar Temple, Rajnagar Road, Sevagram, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh.Distance from Khajuraho Bus Stand: The temple is built at a distance of 900 m from Khajuraho Bus Stand.Experience the rich heritage of forts in Madhya Pradesh for time travelling into ancient India.

Forming a part of the famous Jain Group of Temples, the aesthetically appealing Adinath Temple was built in the 11th century. It was designed as a memorial to the famous Jain Saint Adinath.A long-standing reflection of the Indo-Aryan architectural style, the temple is embellished with gorgeous ancient sculptures and images of Yakshis. Though partly in ruins now, the feeling of awe that one feels here is gripping.Timings: The temple is open to visitors every day from 08:00 AM to 06:00 PM.Entry Fee: The temple charges no entry fees to visitors.Location: Adinath Temple,  Eastern Group of Temples, Sevagram, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh.Distance from Khajuraho Bus Stand: The temple is located at a distance of 1.5 km from Khajuraho Bus Stand.Here are some of the best historical places in Madhya Pradesh known for its ancient heritage.