Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple , Ujjain
About Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple
One of the twelve Jyotirlings in India, the lingam here is believed to be the Syambhu(born of itself). The temple is besides the Rudra Sagar Lake.
The temple is unique, here the Mahakaleshwar's idol is called dakshinamurti, meaning facing south, this is not found anywhere else.
On the day of Mahashiv Ratri, a huge fair is held and the celebrations, worship go on through the night.
Mahakaleshwar is the most revered shrine in the city and is a must visit for anyone travelling to Ujjain.
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Gopal Mandir, Madhya Pradesh
0.9 km from Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple - See map
The Gopal Mandir in Ujjain is dedicated to Lord Krishna. It is also known as Dwarikadhish Temple. This temple was constructed in the 19th century...
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Jantar Mantar, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh
1.9 km from Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple - See map
Maharaja Jai Singh II of Jaipur constructed this Jantar Mantar in Ujjain in 18th century along with four more at Delhi, Jaipur, Mathura and...
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Bhartrihari Caves, Madhya Pradesh
3.3 km from Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple - See map
Bhartrihari, the eminent bard whose famour works include Shringarshataka, Vairagyashataka, and Nitishataka stayed and meditated here. He is...
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Sandipani Ashram, Madhya Pradesh
3.9 km from Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple - See map
Sandipani Ashram is the ashram of Guru Sandipani where it is believed he taught Lord Krishna along with brother Balram and his friend Sudama....
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Shri Mangalnath Temple, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh
5.1 km from Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple - See map
Situated on the outskirts of the city on the banks of Shipra River, the white Marble Shri Mangalnath Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. According...
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Kal Bhairav Temple, Madhya Pradesh
5.8 km from Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple - See map
Kal Bhairav is a Shiva's fierce manifestation associated with annihilation.As per a Hindu legend, Kal Bhairav destroyed Brahma's ego when he was...
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Chintaman Ganesh Temple, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh
6.3 km from Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple - See map
Dedicated to Lord Ganesha, Chintaman (‘Tension Reliever’) Ganesh temple is the oldest Ganesh temple in Ujjain. Known to relieve tensions,...
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Navagraha Mandir (Triveni), Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh
8.5 km from Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple - See map
Situated on the bank of Shipra River on the Triveni Ghat, Navagraha Temple is devoted to Navagraha - the nine heavenly bodies (Grahas) in Hindu...
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Kaliadeh Palace, Madhya Pradesh
8.7 km from Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple - See map
Believed to be the site of an ancient Sun temple, Kaliadeh Palace is a great place to visit along the banks of Shipra River. Remains of the...
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Rajwada, Madhya Pradesh
55.5 km from Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple - See map
Rajwada is a Maratha and Mughal style city palace constructed by the Holkars of the Maratha empire in 1749. It is a royal monument in the heart of...
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Gomatgiri, Madhya Pradesh
56 km from Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple - See map
Gomatgiri is located on a small hill, away from the hustle and bustle of city and is an important temple for Jains. The temple has a 21 ft statue...
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Bada Ganpati, Madhya Pradesh
56.6 km from Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple - See map
Like several other historical monuments built in Indore, the Bada Ganpati temple was also built by the Holkars. Queen Ahilya Bai Holkar built this...
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