Rajarani Temple

Rajarani Temple Review

Standing calmly by itself in beautifully manicured and extensive gardens far back from the road, this 11th-century temple is perhaps the most harmoniously proportioned in town, and it is definitely the most peaceful. The king who created the Rajarani died before its finishing touch—a deity—was installed, leaving its inner sanctum godless. There are no aggressive priests here; instead, it has a strangely melancholy air about it. The carvings are lovely, with dragons tucked into cracks, couples in erotic poses, and smiling, beautiful women.