Mahakaleshwar Temple Ujjain, Timings, History, Travel Guide and How to reach

Mahakaleshwar Temple Ujjain – Guide 

Mahakaleshwar Temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of India, located in the ancient city of Ujjain on the banks of the Rudra Sagar Lake in the state of Madhya Pradesh, one of the most sacred and outstanding pilgrimage places for Hindus. South facing Mahakaleshwar Mahadev Lord Shiva is worshiped in this temple. Bhasma Aarti is performed every morning at Mahakal’s place. The specialty of this aarti is that Mahakal is decorated with the ashes of a dead person. This place is considered to be the holy abode of Lord Shiva. Moksha is attained just by visiting this temple.

History of this Temple

From 1107 to 1728, Ujjain was ruled by the Yavanas. During this reign almost the ancient traditions of Hindus were almost destroyed. After this Marathas attacked in Malwa region in 1690. Then on 29 November 1728, the Maratha rulers took over Malwa. After this the lost glory and shine of Ujjain came back again, after that it remained the capital of Malwa from 1731 to 1728. During the rule of Marathas, 2 big incidents happened here.

The first event was that the Mahakaleshwar Temple Ujjain located here earlier was rebuilt and the Jyotirlinga regained its lost prestige. Apart from this, Simhastha festival bath was established here which was a very special achievement. Later this temple was expanded by Raja Bhoj.

Best time to visit Mahakaleshwar Temple Ujjain

All the devotees participating in the daily yatra take a bath in the holy river Shipra here and after that visit Nagachandreshwar, Koteshwar, Mahakaleshwar, Devi Avantika, Devi Harsiddhi and Agrasenwara. Mahakaal yatra journey starts from Rudrasagar. Devotees visit the deities after taking a bath in Rudrasagar.

Mahakaleshwar Temple Ujjain Timings

Mahakaleshwar Temple Ujjain opens at 7:00 AM in the morning and close at 11:00 PM in the evening. Morning aarti is performed at 7:30 AM in the morning and evening aarti is performed at 7:00 PM in the evening.

Places to visit near this Temple

Gadkalika Temple

This temple is dedicated to Devi Kali. This temple is located at a distance of about few kms away from the temple.

Harsiddhi Temple

This temple is dedicated to Devi Durga. This temple is considered as the temple of ishta devata of Vikramaditya. This temple is located at a distance of about few kms away from the Mahadev Temple.

Mangalnath Temple

This temple is dedicated to Mangal graha. This temple is located at a distance of about few kms away from the Mahadev temple.

Ram Janki Mandir

This temple is dedicated to lord Rama and Sita. This temple is located at a distance of about few kms away from the Mahadev Temple.

Kal Bhairav temple

This temple is dedicated to lord Shiva. This temple is located at a distance of about few kms away from the Mahadev temple.

Ram Ghat

Ram Ghat is a holy ghat in Ujjain which holds great importance for holy bath. Notably, this Ghat is a favorite bathing place for people during Kumbh Sthana.

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How to reach Mahakaleshwar Temple Ujjain

By Air- The nearest airport from Mahakaleshwar Temple Ujjain is Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport Ujjain which is at a distance of 56 km away from the temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Train- The nearest railway station from Mahakaleshwar Temple is Ujjain City Railway Station which is at a distance of about few kms away from the temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Road- To reach this temple first you have to reach devas gate bus stop then from here you can easily reach this temple by any public transport. Roads to this temple are well connected with the other cities of the country so you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi from any part of the country.

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