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Ashapuri Temple Group

आशापुरी मंदिर समूह

Bhojpur, Raisen, Madhya Pradesh

Pratihara / Paramara dynasty (9th–11th century CE)NagaraHindu (Shaiva)state-protectedAI Compiled

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Ashapuri Temple Group near Bhojpur in Raisen district is a remarkable open-air archaeological complex featuring ruins of 26 stone temples destroyed in medieval conflicts. Excavations revealed thousands of carved architectural elements — pillars, doorframes, apsara brackets, and massive Vishnu-Shiva images.

The ASI has created an open-air museum detailing Pratihara and Paramara stone artistry at Ashapuri.