Shri Anurag Shukla, a Regional Level Guide with expertise in Khajuraho temple art, architecture, and iconography, led the webinar.
On April 17, 2021, the Dekho Apna Desh Webinar series of the Ministry of Tourism conducted its 85th webinar, named “Khajuraho-Temples of Architectural Splendour.” India is a land rich in the wealth and glory of opulent dynasties, dominant kings, thriving civilisations, and deep history. India’s rich history is expressed in its architecture, temples, arts, crafts, and cultures. Forts, ancient temples, monuments, grand palaces, and other structures testify to the glory of a bygone era and serve as inventories of India’s seamless history.
The nation’s monuments are so magnificent that UNESCO has designated many of them as World Heritage Sites, including the temples of Khajuraho, which are one such architectural marvel. Under the banner of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, the Dekho Apna Desh Webinar Series aims to highlight India’s rich diversity.
Shri Anurag Shukla, a Regional Level Guide with expertise in Khajuraho temple art, architecture, and iconography, led the webinar. Mr. Shukla is the only guide in Khajuraho who knows how to read the inscriptions.
The Chandela Dynasty founded the Khajuraho Temples between 950 and 1050 AD. Eastern, Western, and Southern temples are divided into three categories. These temples feature intricate and excellent carvings as well as incredible architectural abilities, making Khajuraho a popular tourist destination for both domestic and foreign tourists.
Kandariya Mahadev Temple, Chaunsat Yogini Temple, Brahma Temple, Chitragupta Temple, Devi Jagdamba Temple, Lakshmana Temple, Matangeshwar Temple, and Parsvanath Temple are just a few of the temples to visit. The architectural styles of the temples were also discussed during the webinar.
After a must-see visit to the magnificent temples, there’s plenty more to see in and around Khajuraho, including the State Museum of Tribal and Folk Art, a sound and light display in the evening near the Western Group of Temples, Panna National Park and Tiger Reserve, Raneh Waterfalls, and much more.
Under the Ministry of Tourism’s Central Sector Scheme, nineteen listed iconic destinations in the country will be developed using a holistic approach, with Khajuraho being one of them. Shri Prahlad Singh Patel, Minister of State for Tourism and Culture (Independent Charge), and Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, jointly inaugurated the Maharaja Chhatrasal Convention Centre at Khajuraho, which was established under the Swadesh Darshan Scheme of the Ministry of Tourism to host corporate events and cater to the business needs of corporate travellers, in March 2021.
Principal Secretary, Culture, Govt. of India, Shri Sheo Shekhar Shukla Madhya Pradesh has increased the accessibility of Khajuraho by train, road, and air. Madhya Pradesh is developing Khajuraho as a family destination by adding more dimensions such as eco-tourism, heritage trails, rural homestays, and so on. Hot air ballooning, Buffer mein safar, and night safari, among other activities, will help to improve tourism in Madhya Pradesh’s Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks. He also stated that beginning May 1, 2021, Air India will begin bi-weekly flights from Delhi to Khajuraho via Varanasi.
Mrs. Rupinder Brar , Additional Director General, Ministry of Tourism spoke about the various budget options that are available in Khajuraho to cater tourists. She also discussed about the training programmes and importance for students in hospitality and service industry and how more and more students can be encouraged to participate in the programme in near future.
The Dekho Apna Desh Webinar Series is presented in technical partnership with the National e-Governance Department, Ministry of Electronics, and Information Technology. The Sessions of Webinar are now available on https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbzIbBmMvtvH7d6Zo_ZEHDA/featured and on all social media Handles of Ministry of Tourism, Government of India.
The next webinar would be held on 24thApril 2021 at 1100 hrs.
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