About Bhoramdeo Temple
Bhoramdeo Temple is an 11th-century Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in Bhoramdeo village near Kawardha in Kabirdham district, Chhattisgarh. Built in Nagara style with intricate stone carvings and erotic sculptures, it is often called the Khajuraho of Chhattisgarh. Set against the Maikal Hills near the Bhoramdeo Wildlife Sanctuary, the temple is noted for its architectural detail, historic Shiva lingam and serene forested surroundings.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a stone-built Nagara-style temple complex set in a forested valley of the Maikal Hills. The main temple faces east and features a curvilinear shikhara, mandapa, intricately carved pillars, and exterior walls adorned with detailed sculptures including erotic figures, deities and mythological scenes. Inside is a Shiva lingam in the sanctum. The surroundings are open and quiet with views of hills and nearby smaller shrines such as Madwa Mahal and Chherki Mahal within the same complex.
Key highlights
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11th-century Nagara-style architecture with curvilinear shikhara
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Intricate stone carvings and erotic sculptures on outer walls
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Main sanctum enshrining Shiva lingam
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Scenic setting at the foothills of the Maikal Range near Bhoramdeo Wildlife Sanctuary
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Group of temples including Madwa Mahal and Chherki Mahal in the same complex
History of Bhoramdeo Temple
Bhoramdeo Temple was built between the 7th and 11th centuries, with the main temple dated to the 11th century during the rule of the Nagvanshi (Phaninagvanshi) dynasty under King Ramchandra Deo. Constructed in Nagara style, it reflects the architectural influence of the Khajuraho and Odisha temple traditions and is built from stone with detailed iconography.
Culture & Context
The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is an important Shaivite pilgrimage site in Chhattisgarh. Known as the Khajuraho of Chhattisgarh for its erotic sculptures, it represents the region's medieval temple art and religious traditions. Annual festivals such as Maha Shivratri draw devotees and visitors.
Route
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