Parvati temple, Laxman temple, Vishvanath temple and Parshvanath temples are in :

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The Parvati Temple, the grand Lakshmana Temple, the Vishvanath Temple, and the Parshvanath Temple are all magnificent examples of the Central Indian temple architecture known as the Nagara style, and they form part of the world-famous Khajuraho Group of Monuments in the state of Madhya Pradesh. This cluster of temples was constructed primarily under the patronage of the powerful Chandela dynasty between the 10th and 11th centuries CE. Khajuraho is a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated globally for the exquisite and intricate sculptural detailing, which includes its iconic depictions of celestial nymphs and couples, and its sophisticated architectural planning that seamlessly integrates Hindu (Shaivite and Vaishnavite) and Jain religious traditions.

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Nepal, while possessing a rich tradition of religious architecture, features a distinct style, often exemplified by the tiered, pagoda-style temples of the Newari tradition, such as those found in Kathmandu and Patan. The architecture of the famous Khajuraho temples is purely Nagara style, characterized by a soaring, curvilinear spire (shikhara) built over the sanctum sanctorum. Nepal's religious centers, like Pashupatinath, adhere to different structural conventions and patronage histories entirely separate from the Chandela dynasty of Central India, therefore the specific temples mentioned are not found there.

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Kashmir developed a highly distinctive regional style of architecture, particularly during the Karkota and Utpala dynasties, known for its Greco-Roman and Gandharan influences, and its use of hard gray stone. Examples like the Martand Sun Temple showcase this unique architectural fusion. The listed temples, built in the distinct sandstone of the Vindhya range, display the characteristic sculptural program and ground plan of the Khajuraho complex, which is geographically and stylistically removed from the cold-weather architecture of the Kashmir Valley.

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Bihar is a state primarily revered for its profound historical significance to Buddhism, housing the monumental ruins of ancient learning centers like the Mahavihara at Nalanda and the Mahabodhi Temple at Bodh Gaya. While Bihar has Hindu and Jain temples, the prominent and cohesive group of temples featuring the Parvati, Lakshmana, Vishvanath, and Parshvanath Temples is the sole creation of the Chandela rulers in the Bundelkhand region of modern-day Madhya Pradesh, not the ancient or medieval royal patrons of Bihar.