Marvelous temple Chitragupta, which is one of the world famous buildings of the temple complex in the village of Khajuraho, which is located in the state of Madhya Pradesh, dedicated to one of the deities of Hindu mythology, Surya (Surya), the Sun God is the only one of all the temples of the complex. The building was created around the beginning of XI century.

Chitragupta located on a high stone pedestal, the "face" to the East and is traditionally divided into several parts: the main sanctuary, a vast vestibule and mandapa – semi-open pavilion with a colonnade, which represents an original entrance to the temple. Unfortunately, the building is currently not in the best condition, though he has been several times restored. But despite this, it can not attract the attention of tourists due to its amazing sculptural compositions that cover its walls, both inside and outside, depicting hunting scenes, battle elephants, dancing girls, as well as scenes of an erotic nature. Because architecture Chitragupta, like almost all other temples of Khajuraho, literally thoroughly imbued with eroticism.

In the main Shrine of the temple houses the statue of Surya, the height of which is more than five feet – he is depicted in his fiery chariot drawn by seven fine horses. In addition, in the Central niche of the southern facade of the building stands a statue of Vishnu, which has eleven heads – each head represents one of its many incarnations.

Near the temple there is a beautiful three-pond, which, no doubt, is also worth a visit.