Dhubela
Museum
57 km. Located on the bank of a lake, the museum houses a wide variety of Shakti
Cult sculptures. There are different sections on garments, weapons and paintings.
Ajaygarh Fort
80 kms from Khajuraho, is at a height of 688 meters above sea level and was
capital of the Chandelas during their decline.
Panna
48 kms from Khajuraho. Historic town and capital of Chhatrasal, a national warrior
and founder of Bundella Kingdom, Panna is also known for the temples of Baldevji,
Kishorji, Govindji, Prannathji, Jagannath Swami and Ram.
more detailsGangau Dam
Gangau dam is at a distance of 34 kms from Khajuraho, a natural dam at the confluence
of the Ken and Simri rivers, ideal for nature-lovers, anglers and the adventure
minded. The dam is surrounded by the Panna National Park & Gangau Sanctuary.
Pandav Falls
It is at 34 kms from Khajuraho, a picturesque waterfall in a bowl shaped valley
on the ken river. The Pandavas are said to have spent a part of their exile
here.
Majhganwa Diamond Mines, Panna
56 kms from Khajuraho, are the only diamond mines of Asia. Open from 9 am to
1 pm. Sunday Closed.
Orchha
165 kms. Eight km off the Khajuraho- Jhansi highway (19 km from Jhansi), this
is a medieval city flanked by the Betwa River. The 16th & 17th century palaces
and temples here have withstood the ravages of time. Paintings and mirrorwork,
intricate stairways and delicate trellis work in Jehangir Mahal, Raj Mahal and
Rai Praveen Mahal are enchanting.