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This sculptures depicts the only reference to homosexuality on the exterior of Kandariya Mahadeva temple.

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English: The western group of temples at Khajuraho is known for the architecture and erotic sculpting. These sculptures depict a lot of contemporary stories and talk about sexuality and in general about ways of life that often reflect the openness and advancement of thought process. Among many erotic sculptures found in these temples, however this is the only reference to homosexuality. This sculpture could be seen on the exterior of Kandariya Mahadeva temple.
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Object location24° 51′ 10.85″ N, 79° 55′ 10.84″ E Kartographer map based on OpenStreetMap.View this and other nearby images on: OpenStreetMapinfo

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