The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiv and has the lingam as his representation deified in the sanctum. Built in the nirandhara style, which means that the sanctum is built without an ambulatory, the temple has a sanctum, a vestibule, a maha-mandap, and an entrance porch.

Built in the late 12th century, this is one of the last temples in the Khajuraho region to be built during Chandela rule. It is believed to have been built by the Chandela King Madanavarman. The name Vasala is inscribed at several places in the temple, which has led to the popular belief that Vasala was the chief architect of the temple.

This temple too is worth a visit and when you have read about the history of the place, it automatically becomes all the more interesting. So go there after reading about it a little, and you will enjoy it all the more.