Chaturbhuj Temple: A Gem Within Gwalior Fort Nestled within the majestic Gwalior Fort lies the intriguing Chaturbhuj Temple. While relatively small, this 9th-century gem holds a significant place in history and religion. Here's a glimpse into what awaits you: History & Significance: Carved directly into the rock face, the temple is believed to be built around 875 AD. It's famous for housing the earliest known inscription of the "zero" symbol, though recent discoveries suggest the Bakhshali manuscript might predate it. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the temple offers a peek into ancient Indian mathematical concepts and artistic styles. Architectural Marvel: Despite its size, the temple boasts intricate carvings and sculptures. Look for the figures meditating in yoga poses and amorous couples adorning the pillars at the entrance. The doorway is flanked by representations of the goddesses Ganga and Yamuna. Though the shikhara (tower) was damaged in the past, it has been restored. A Spiritual & Educational Experience: The temple is a functioning Hindu shrine, offering a chance to witness religious practices. The historical significance, especially the inscription with zero, makes it a great place to learn about ancient India's mathematical genius. Things to Consider: The climb to the Gwalior Fort can be tiring, especially in the heat. The temple itself is quite small, so plan your visit accordingly. Overall, the Chaturbhuj Temple is a must-visit for anyone interested in history, religion, or mathematics. Its unique location, fascinating carvings, and historical importance make it a hidden gem within the fort complex.

Chaturbhuj Temple is a Hindu Temple located in the Gwalior Fort. The temple is excavated from the rocks in Gwalior Fort and dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple was carved out in 876 A.D during the reign of Pratihara King Bhojdeva. It is one of the temples inscriptions contains the earliest known inscription of symbol Zero in India. The temple is small and in the shape of square. There is a portico at the entrance which is supported by pillars. The pillars are carved and showing different poses of meditation, yoga and others. The walls are also carved with beautiful poses of dancing Ganesha, Kartikeya e.t.c. The interior of upper part of portico is carved with beautiful poses of krishnalila. There is an inscription in the praise of Lord Vishnu , Lord Shiva and Goddess Durga. The temple was damaged but now it is restored. This is a place with historical importance and definitely a must visit.

This Temple is situated around 150 meters from Man Singh Palace. You need go down a bit from the Gate near Mansigh Palace. It's a monolithic creation and beatifully carved in 876 AD during the reign of Pratidhara King Bhojdeva. This Temple is dedicated to Chaturbhuj Swaroop of Lord Vishnu. The temple has a portrico at its entrance supportrf by 4 carved pillars. On the wall of the inner chamber of the garv griha, you could able to see ancient inscription of Zero 0 perhaps the oldest ones. But sadly, when I visited the girv grihas was locked.

The Temple was carved out from Hill in 876 AD. by Gurjara Pratihara King - Bhojdeva. When you visit gwalior fort through a small trek from Kila gate , you can see many temples and wall carvings throughout the route .

Tos is a old Vishnu temple . It is situated in front of the Gwalior fort . This temple is dedicated for visnu chaturbhuj roop. The statue of the Vishnu making white

This tourist place located on d way of Gwalior fort 🏛️ & Gujari mahal , near this temple u can see Laxmi gate⛩️. 👉🏻It is a Hindu temple 🛕excavated in a rock face in d Gwalior Fort🏰 in 875 AD by Alla, son of Vaillabhatta & grandson of Nagarabhatta a nagar brahmin in present-day MP. It's location is so mesmerizing 🤩 as u can hv d glimpse of Gwalior city 🌁. One of d temples🛕 inscriptions contains d earliest known inscription of d circular symbol "O", to represent zero, in India🇮🇳, though Bakhshali manuscript is regarded as d earliest existent use of zero. 👉🏻The inscription states among other things tht d community planted a garden of 187 hastas by 270 hastas (1 hasta = 1.5 feet) tht d garden yielded 50 garlands fr d temple every day. 👉🏻The last digits of 270 & 50 are "O" shaped. While Indian and Non-Indian texts mention zero much earlier, this temple has d earliest known epigraphical evidence inscribed in stone that already knows and uses the concept of zero. It is a relative small temple🛕 with a square plan of 12 feet (3.7 m) side. It has a portico at its entrance supported by 4 carved pillars🏛️. D pillars show reliefs of individuals 😇meditating in yoga asana position, as well as amorous couples. To d right of d portico is covered pillared mandapa, like a choultry. ⛩️D doorway into d rock is flanked by goddess Ganga & Yamuna🏞️. D ceiling of temple🛕 is a low square pyramid🔺, similar to d Dhamnar temple. D tower (Shikhara) of temple🛕 is North Indian Nagara style, tht slowly curves with a square plan, all carved out of d monolithic rock. 👉🏻It has an inscription tht opens with a praise fr Vishnu (Vaishnavism), then Shiva (Shaivism) & 9 Durgas (Shaktism), as well states tht it was excavated in 876 CE (Samvat 933). 🤩Inside there is a wall relief of Varaha (Vishnu's man-boar avatar) & another of 4 armed Vishnu. ✨It also a carving of goddess Lakshmi with 4 arms. Name of d temple may be derived from 4 armed Vishnu and Lakshmi. It is partially damaged,⚒️ its tower has been restored, and much of the interior artwork is missing.

Dedicated to lord Vishnu made during the regime of pratihar king 876 AD, it contains the figure of zero in American from used probably for the first time in Gwalior region it contain sculptures of Ganesh Kartikeya Parvati and lod vishnu

Exploring Madhya Pradesh at Gwalior Fort at Chaturbhuj temple Chaturbhuj is a Hindu temple excavated in a rock face in the Gwalior Fort, in c875 AD, by Alla, the son of Vaillabhatta, and the grandson of Nagarabhatta a nagar brahmin in present-day Madhya Pradesh, India. One of the temples inscriptions contains the earliest known inscription of the circular symbol "O", to represent zero, in India, though the Bakhshali manuscript is regarded as the earliest existent use of zero.The inscription states, among other things, that the community planted a garden of 187 hastas by 270 hastas (1 hasta=1.5 feet), that the garden yielded 50 garlands for the temple every day. The last digits of 270 and 50 are "O" shaped. While Indian and non-Indian texts mention zero much earlier, this temple has the earliest known epigraphical evidence inscribed in stone that already knows and uses the concept of zero. It is a relative small temple with a square plan of 12 feetside. The temple has a portico at its entrance supported by four carved pillars. The pillars show reliefs of individuals meditating in yoga asana position, as well as amorous couples. To the right of the portico is covered pillared mandapa, like a choultry. The doorway into the rock is flanked by goddess Ganga and Yamuna. The ceiling of the temple is a low square pyramid, similar to the Dhamnar temple. The tower (Shikhara) of the temple is North Indian Nagara style, that slowly curves with a square plan, all carved out of the monolithic rock. It has an inscription that opens with a praise for Vishnu , then Shiva and nine Durgas, as well states that it was excavated in 876 CE . Inside there is a wall relief of Varaha and another of four armed Vishnu. It also a carving of goddess Lakshmi with four arms. The name of the temple may be derived from four armed Vishnu and Lakshmi. The temple is partially damaged, its tower has been restored, and much of the interior artwork is missing.