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Khajuraho, India's most visited monument after the Taj is a collection
of fascinating temples. India's unique gift of love to the world, these
were built between 950-1050 A.D. by the Chandela rulers. Unfortunately
only 22 of the original 85 survive today. Khajuraho derives it's name
from the Khajur (the date palm) tree. An abundantly found species in the
area. The divine sculptures in these temples, are a tribute to life itself. Embodying everything that is sublime and spontaneous. The murals depict the life and times of the Chandelas, while celebrating the erotic state of being. They not only testify to the mastery of the craftsman, as also to the vision of the Chandela Rajputs.
Unlike other temples, the ones at Khajuraho are said to have a theme i.e. women, which reveals itself while wandering through the temples. It's a celebration of woman's myriad moods and facets. There are carvings of a woman writing letter, applying makeup to her eyes, combing her tresses, dancing and playing with her child. Innocent, coquettish, smiling, seductive, passionate and beautiful the images have certain common factors. Intricate, detail sculpting that speaks of consummate skill.
The
largest in the group of three Jain temples, the Parsavanath image in
this temple, was installed in 1860. The sculptures on the northern wall
depict everyday activity. Within the temple, a throne faces the bull
emblem of first tirthankara, Adinath. 
