Mahadeva Temple, Dang, Madhya Pradesh

Mahadeva Temple, Dang, Madhya Pradesh

Mahadeva Temple  is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located at Dang Village in Gohad Tehsil in Bhind 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 8^th century CE by Gurjara Pratihara rulers.

The Temple

This temple is facing towards east and stands over a high raised platform. The temple consists of sanctum and antrala. The original shikara was lost and later built during the reign of Jat rulers of Gohad. The exterior walls of the sanctum are decorated with images of Hindu deities. The base of the door jamb has images of river goddesses Ganga and Yamuna. Krishna Leela is carved in the upper portion of the lalata bimba.

Connectivity

The temple is located at about 6 Kms from Gohad Road Railway Station, 7 Kms from Gohad, 10 Kms from Gohad Bus Stand, 18 Kms from Mehgaon, 37 Kms from Gwalior Airport, 37 Kms from Bhind and 43 Kms from Gwalior. The temple is situated on Mehgaon to Gwalior route.

Location