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Orchha Temple Complex

Orchha, Madhya Pradesh
16th-17th Century CE

Medieval town with the unique Ram Raja Temple — the only temple where Ram is worshipped as a king, with guards presenting arms.

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Details

Dynasty
Chandela
Style
Bundela
Primary Deity
Ram & Chaturbhuj
Languages
Hindi, Sanskrit
Scripts
Devanagari, Sanskrit

Historical Significance

Only temple where Ram worshipped as king. Guards present arms. Chaturbhuj Temple

Architectural Features

Ram Raja TempleChaturbhuj TempleJehangir MahalCenotaphs