Chandkhuri Ancient Shiva Temple

The Chandkhuri Ancient Shiva Temple is a historic Hindu temple located in Chandkhuri village, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, about 27 km from Raipur. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple is noted for its ancient stone architecture and archaeological importance. Situated near the well-known Mata Kaushalya Temple and Chandkhuri Lake, it reflects the region's early medieval temple style and remains an active place of worship and local pilgrimage.

Visitors can expect a small, ancient stone temple with a sanctum housing a Shiva lingam and a simple shikhara typical of early medieval central Indian architecture. The temple is set in a quiet village environment near Chandkhuri Lake and agricultural fields, close to the Mata Kaushalya Temple complex. The premises are modest and actively used for daily worship. Visitors can observe traditional rituals, view stone carvings and architectural details, and experience a calm, devotional atmosphere.