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Built between the 9th and 13th centuries by the Chandela dynasty, these temples feature carvings that openly depict same-sex intimacy, gender fluidity, and diverse expressions of desire rooted in tantric traditions.
This 13th-century UNESCO World Heritage Site contains erotic stone sculptures, including representations of same-sex intimacy, reflecting a time when Indian temple art embraced the full spectrum of human sexuality.
These ancient temples, often circular in design, celebrate 64 fierce female deities. They reflect esoteric tantric practices and embrace fluid, non-binary forms of gender and spiritual power.
The Koovagam Festival is held annually in Koovagam village, this festival honours the trans Hijra community’s symbolic marriage to the deity Aravan, preserving ancient recognition of trans identities through religious and cultural celebration.
Dating to the 16th century, this Mughal-era tomb in Mehrauli is believed to be the resting place of Sufi poet Jamali and his companion Kamali. Their shared tomb suggests a deep, possibly queer, bond.
This 15th-century spiritual site in Mehrauli is associated with the Hijra community. It reflects early Islamic-era recognition of third-gender individuals, offering both refuge and sacred space for spiritual life.