Khajuraho is a small town in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. It is located at a distance of 385 miles from Delhi. Khajuraho is famous for its exquisite carved temples. These temples are an artistic statement in themselves. Culture of Khajuraho is a blend of ancient culture along with contemporary culture. Known for the finest examples of Indo-Aryan architecture, Khajuraho is listed in the UNSECO World Heritage Sites. These temples were built during 9th to 12th century A.D. by the Chandela Dynasty. Khajuraho is also known as the “temple city of Central India” due to the presence of these temples.

Khajuraho is a small and modest village of about 3000 denizens living in it. The village is surrounded by the dense forests. Khajuraho Culture is very much influenced by the ancient culture which prevailed in this region. In those times, Khajuraho was the hub of various forms of arts, dance, music, painting, poetry, astrology and more. Sculptures seen in the temple of Khajuraho depict various emotion of mankind. These emotions are known as the navarasa and include laughter, sorrow, horror, fear, anger, valor, wonder, love and tranquility. Architecture and sculptures of the temples are so intricately blended that each temple looks a huge carving.

By the time last temple was completed, Chandela dynasty had lost its glory forever. Though Khajuraho was the Chandela’s capital for some time but most of the times, it was a religious centre. These temples were lost in thick forests but tribal and local villagers worshipped in these temples since the times they were built.

Culture and lifestyle of Khajuraho people are the result of combination of old traditions, customs and the thoughts of modern world. Lots of travelers from all over the world come to visit this place. These tourists bring with themselves their own thoughts, believes and lifestyle. Their culture is also adopted by the natives of Khajuraho. Cuisines, language, dressing style; everything has got affected due to Khajuraho tourism. Though Hindi is the main language spoken here but English is also understood and spoken by few people. You can find everything which a traveler looks for; from hotels, restaurants, shopping areas to souvenir shops.