Exploration teams in the dense forests of the Bundi district have stumbled upon the foundations of a 11th-century Paramara temple. Unlike the well-known stepwells of the region, this structural temple was hidden by overgrowth and terrain for centuries. The site features the characteristic Bhumija style of the Paramaras, with a star-shaped plan that is remarkably intact despite the lack of a standing shikhara.
The discovery includes several granite sculptures of Shiva and Parvati, characterized by the slender, elongated forms typical of the late medieval period in Rajasthan. Researchers believe the temple was part of a larger monastic complex that served as a retreat for ascetics. A project to map the surrounding forest for further hidden structures is set to begin next month.