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Monday, February 7, 2022

Mahadeva Temple, Amledha, Madhya Pradesh

Mahadeva Temple, Amledha, Madhya Pradesh

Mahadeva Temple  is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located at Amledha Village near Padhawali in Morena Tehsil in Morena District in Madhya Pradesh, India. The Temple is one of the state protected monuments in Madhya Pradesh declared by Archaeological Survey of India.

History

The temple is believed to be built in 11th century CE by Kachchhapaghata rulers.

The Temple

This temple is facing towards west and follows Mandapika style. The temple stands over a raised platform. The lintel of the sanctum doorway has images of Lord Shiva at the centre flanked by Lord Brahma and Lord Vishnu at the terminal projections. The external walls is decorated with images of Kartikeya, Surya, Kubera, Ganesha, floral motifs and geometrical patterns. Broken sculptures, broken Shiva Linga and architectural fragments can be found scattered around the temple premises.

Connectivity

The Temple is located at about 2 Kms from Mitaoli, 6 Kms from Padhavali, 13 Kms from Malanpur Railway Station, 17 Kms from Malanpur, 30 Kms from Gwalior Airport, 31 Kms from Morena Railway Station, 32 Kms from Morena, 33 Kms from Gwalior Bus Stand, 36 Kms from Gwalior and 39 Kms from Gwalior Railway Station. The temple is situated on Padhawali to Varadeh road.

Location

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