About Khajuraho Archaeological Museum
The Khajuraho Archaeological Museum is located in Khajuraho, Chhatarpur District, Madhya Pradesh, adjacent to the Western Group of Temples. Established in 1910 and housed in its present building since 1967, it is maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India. The museum preserves a significant collection of loose sculptures and architectural fragments from the Chandela period temples (9th to 12th century), illustrating the region's art, iconography and temple architecture.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a single-storey museum building with enclosed galleries displaying stone sculptures, architectural fragments, and images recovered from the Khajuraho temples and surrounding area. Galleries are organized thematically with Shaiva, Vaishnava, Shakta and Jain sculptures, including depictions of deities, mithuna couples, and decorative motifs. The museum is located opposite the Matangeshvara Temple near the Western Group of Temples, with a small garden and open display area outside.
Key highlights
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Collection of sculptures dating from 9th to 12th century Chandela period
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Images of Hindu deities including Shiva, Vishnu, Durga, Ganesha and Jain Tirthankaras
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Architectural fragments, lintels and decorative panels from Khajuraho temples
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Famous sculpture of Andhakasuravadha and other Shaiva iconography