Which temple built by the Chandela dynasty
Which temple built by the Chandela dynasty in the 10th-11th centuries is, known for its exquisite sculptures?
10 वीं- 11 वीं शताब्दी में चंदेला राजवंश द्वारा निर्मित कौन सा मंदिर अपनी उत्कृष्ट मूर्तियों के लिए जाना जाता है?
Detailed Solution & Logic
Kandariya Mahadev Temple/ कंदारिया महादेव मंदिर
🟢 Explanation
The Kandariya Mahadev Temple is one of the largest and most ornate temples built by the Chandela dynasty in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh during the 10th–11th centuries.
Key features:
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Famous for its intricate and exquisite sculptures depicting gods, goddesses, dancers, musicians, and daily life scenes.
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Part of the Khajuraho Group of Monuments, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Represents Nagara style architecture typical of North India.
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Dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Other options for clarification:
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Brihadeveshwara Temple → Built by Chola dynasty in Tamil Nadu.
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Sun Temple, Modhera → Located in Gujarat, built by Solanki dynasty.
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Lingaraj Temple → Located in Odisha, built by Somavamsi dynasty.
🟢 व्याख्या
कंदारिया महादेव मंदिर 10वीं–11वीं शताब्दी में चंदेला राजवंश द्वारा मध्य प्रदेश के खजुराहो में निर्मित सबसे बड़े और भव्य मंदिरों में से एक है।
मुख्य विशेषताएँ:
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अपनी सुंदर और जटिल मूर्तियों के लिए प्रसिद्ध।
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मूर्तियों में देवता, देवियां, नर्तक, संगीतकार और दैनिक जीवन के दृश्य दिखाए गए हैं।
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यह खजुराहो स्मारकों के समूह का हिस्सा है, जिसे UNESCO विश्व धरोहर स्थल का दर्जा मिला है।
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नागर शैली वास्तुकला का उत्तम उदाहरण।
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भगवान शिव को समर्पित।
अन्य विकल्पों का विवरण:
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बृहदेवश्वर मंदिर → चोल वंश द्वारा तमिलनाडु में निर्मित।
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सूर्य मंदिर, मोढेरा → सोलंकी वंश द्वारा गुजरात में निर्मित।
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लिंगराज मंदिर → सोमवंशी वंश द्वारा ओडिशा में निर्मित।
⭐ Extra Facts / अतिरिक्त तथ्य
🔹 Khajuraho temples are divided into Hindu and Jain temples, showcasing rich art and culture.
🔹 Kandariya Mahadev Temple has a spire (shikhara) 31 meters high, symbolizing Mount Meru.
🔹 The temple has over 800 sculptures, famous for erotic art, which depicts the celebration of life.
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