Bhoramdeo Temple

Bhoramdeo Temple, or the ‘Khajuraho of Chhattisgarh’, carved on the rocky stones in the Nagar style is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Situated in the Kabirdham district of Chhattisgarh, This temple was built in the period of 7th to 11th century A.D and is beautifully located amidst mountain ranges. The temples are said to be built by King Ramchandra of the Nag Dynasty. The Shiva Linga in the temple is wonderfully carved and the artistic appeal beckons the visitors. The Bhoramdeo temple has a resemblance with the Sun temple of Konark and The Khajuraho temple.

History tells that this wonderfully sculpted temple was created in name of the revered God of the Gond tribes, Lord Bhoramdeo. Originally the name of Lord Shiva, Bhoramdeo became a famous name for this artistic wonder. Among all the temples constructed during the Rajput period in Chattisgarh, the Bhoramdeo Temple built by Shri Laxman Dev Rai is considered to be the most exclusively crafted. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the Bhoramdeo Temple is a special attraction for lovers of history and archaology. A beautiful statue of Yogi in the temple's Mandapa bears inscriptions that reveal its mystery. The inscriptions also tell us that the temple was built during the time of Shri Gopaldev of the famous Nagvanshi dynasty.

An epitome of enternal love and beauty, the Bhoramdeo Temple boasts of 54 erotic sculptures on the outer walls. However, the main temple here are two parts, one known as the Ishtika Temple and the other completely carved out of stone. With a beautiful backdrop spread behind its enthralling architecture, the main Bhoramdeo Temple is rich in scenic beauty with a tranquil lake infront of it. Constructd on a five feet high platform, the temple boasts of a sprawling Garbha Griha, Mandap and Antraal.

Facing the east, the Bhoramdeo Temple has entry doors from all directions except the west. The Mandapa is supported by total of 16 pills, each unique with beautiful motifs and mudras carved into it. Similary, crafted with equal passion, the brick structed temple also has Garbha Grihas. There is an open projected wall called the 'Allinda'. The Garbha Griha provides a royal, stone carved welcome is supported by one centre pillar and three adjoining pillars. Sacrosanct Shivlingas are installed inside the temple along with idols of Uma Maheshwar, and the king and queen stand as worshippers in reverence of the great gods.