Ken Gharial Sanctuary

Khajuraho


From Raneh Falls you can ride or drive 5km northward to see gharials, critically-endangered and very elegant crocodilians with long, slender snouts that feed exclusively on fish. No extra fee or ticket is required.


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Nearby Khajuraho attractions

1. Raneh Falls

0.46 MILES

Raneh Falls, a series of waterfalls in a 30m-deep canyon carved by the Ken River, 21km east of Khajuraho, is a worthwhile nature excursion, especially…

2. Vamana Temple

7.41 MILES

The Vamana Temple (1050–75), 300m north of the old village, is dedicated to the dwarf incarnation of Vishnu. It has quirky touches such as elephants…

3. Javari Temple

7.46 MILES

Resembling the Chaturbhuja Temple in the Southern Group, the Javari Temple (1075–1100) stands just north of the old village. It’s dedicated to Vishnu and…

4. Adinath Temple

7.57 MILES

The late-11th-century Adinath has been partially restored over the centuries. With fine carvings on its three bands of sculptures, it’s similar to…

5. Parsvanath Temple

7.58 MILES

While not competing in size or erotica with the Western Group temples, this largest of the Jain temples in the walled enclosure is notable for the…

6. Old Village

7.58 MILES

If you're ready to deal with requests from local children for pens, money or your bicycle, then a stroll or ride around the streets of the old village can…

7. Shantinath Temple

7.6 MILES

Shantinath, a mixture of old and modern construction, is the main place of worship in the Jain group. It has a collection of components from older temples…

8. Brahma Temple

7.6 MILES

The granite Brahma Temple, with its sandstone sikhara (temple spire) overlooking Narora Sagar, is one of the oldest in Khajuraho, dating from about AD 900…

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