Kherat Brick Temples, Madhya
Pradesh
Kherat Brick Temples are group of is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located at Kherat Village in Ater Tehsil in Bhind District in Madhya Pradesh, India. The Temples are believed to be built in 10th century CE. The Temple is situated on the banks of Chambel River. The temple has been classified as a Monument of National Importance by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
The Temple
The Kherat village houses two
brick built ancient temples. One dedicated to Lord Shiva and other dedicated to
Goddess Durga.
Temple No. 1:
The temple is partly built in
bricks and stands over a low plinth. The temple consists of sanctum only and
dedicated to Lord Shiva. The sanctum is square in plan. The sanctum is crowned
with a pyramidal shikara and decorated with chaitya dormers. The exterior walls
are decorated with two bands of sculptures. The pillars are decorated with
ghatapallava motif.
Temple No. 2:
The temple is situated on a
mound and has been extensively restored damaging much of its original
architectural style. The temple consists of sanctum only and dedicated to Mahishasura
Mardhini. The sanctum is square in plan. The sanctum is crowned with domed roof.
The exterior wall is devoid of any decoration. The Navagraha panel adorned the
sanctum doorway of this temple had been missing since 1986.
Connectivity
The Temple is located at about 5
Kms from Budhanpur, 8 Kms from Ater, 21 Kms from Jaitpur Kalan Halt Railway Station,
28 Kms from Porsa, 33 Kms from Bhind Railway Station, 36 Kms from Bhind, 55 Kms
from Etawah, 88 Kms from Gwalior Airport and 96 Kms from Morena. The temple is
located at about 5 Kms from Budhanpur off the Porsa to Ater route.
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