Chausath Yogini Temple, Bhedaghat
चौंसठ योगिनी मंदिर
A circular yogini temple built by the Kalachuri dynasty around the 10th century. Its cloister houses dozens of damaged goddess statues, a rare survivor of its kind in India.
The Chausath Yogini Temple was built around the 10th century under the Kalachuri dynasty. It stands on a small hilltop in Bhedaghat, reached by about 150 steps. The temple is a rare example of a circular open cloister. Its niches hold several stone statues of yoginis. Most were damaged over the centuries, but their carved drapery is still fine. The central Gauri-Shankar Temple was added later and enshrines Shiva and Parvati seated on a bull. From the hilltop you can look down over the Narmada River. Entry is free. Remove your shoes to enter the inner sanctum, and dress modestly. The temple is within walking distance of the marble gorge boat dock.
Opening hours
About 07:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Marble Rocks, Bhedaghat
- Dhuandhar Falls
- Lamheta Ghat
- Pisanhari Ki Marhia
- Madan Mahal Fort
- Balancing Rock, Jabalpur
- Gwarighat
- Rani Durgavati Museum