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 Dashavatar  Temple

This fine Gupta temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu is the earliest known Panchyatan temple in north India. The terraced basement above the high plinth is decorated with sculpted panels. The figures of Ganga and Yamuna adorn the carved doorway leading to the sanctum sanctorum. Three large carved panels along the side walls-the Gajendramoksha panel, the Nar Narayan Tapasya and the Anantshayi Vishnu-depict scenes from Vaishnava mythology. Only the lower portion remains of the spire, which was the most important part of the temple

 

Jain Temples

These 31 Jain temples are somewhat later in origin that the Vishnu temple, but are no less remarkable. They are situated inside the fort of Kanali on the hills overlooking the Betwa. The site was a Jain centre from the 6th to the 17th century. The temples abound in panels depicting scenes from Jain mythology, Tirthankara images, votive pillars, votive tablets, Jain images visible from all sides and pillars carved with a thousand Jain figures.

Deogarh Archaeological Museum

The site museum has a fine collection of sculpture, discovered from the surrounding.

 Chanderi

This town in M.P. is famous for its gossamer - like saris, also has fine examples of Rajput and Sultanate architecture. A magnificent Mughal fort dominates the skyline. Among the interesting sites are the Koshak Mahal, the Badal Mahal Victory arch, the Jama Masjid and ancient Jain temples.

    * Nearest Hospital : Jakhlaun - 13 km.

Important Addresses

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      DM, Lalitpur. Ph: 02904-272200, 272201.
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      S.P., Lalitpur. Ph : 02904-272387, 278100.
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      Police Station, Jakhlaun. Ph: 6641-282518, 272999.

Banks

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      Jakhlaun - 13 km.

Post Offices

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      Nearest Post Office : Jakhlaun 13 km.

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