gwalior & bateshwar temples
About
Gwalior
A city brimming with great history and melodic music, Gwalior holds an important place in the heart of incredible India. Gwalior is best known for its imposing hilltop fort, which was famously described as 'The pearl amongst fortresses in India'. Gwalior has many aces up its sleeve viz. magnificent rock-cut temples, palaces, and museums. Being home to one of the oldest musical gharanas in India and the mausoleum of music’s greatest icon Tansen, Gwalior’s musical roots go deep.
Bateshwar temple
Bateshwar complex is home to about 200 sandstone temples constructed during 8th to 11th century CE by the Kings of Gurjara - Pratihara dynasty. Most temples are dedicated to Lord Shiva while some are dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple complex was ruined due to the earthquake in the area and ASI is now able to restore more than 100 temples.
Kakanmath Temple – A Marvel of Ancient Indian Architecture
Located in the Morena district of Madhya Pradesh, the Kakanmath Temple stands as a remarkable testament to the architectural brilliance of ancient India. Believed to have been constructed in the 11th century by Raja Kirtiraj of the Kachchhapaghata dynasty, this temple is an exceptional example of structural engineering and craftsmanship that appears to defy the very laws of gravity. The massive stone blocks are stacked—seemingly placed one over the other without any adhesive or binding material. Despite this, the temple has withstood the test of time, weathering centuries of climatic changes and natural wear.