Mahashivratri: 6 Most Famous Temples of Lord Shiva You Can Visit in India

Kedarnath Temple is one of the Jyotirlinga that represents Shiva as the Lord of penance or tapasya. The temple remains closed in the monh of February due to heavy snowfall. During that time, the Lord is worshipped in Ukhimath and Mahashivratri festival is celebrated there only. The energy of the temple is extremely positive and austere. During the time of Shivratri, sadhaks, monks, and divine seekers visit this place. People who are looking for the inner peace, humility and spritual growth then this is the right place to visit.

Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous temple in Hinduism. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple holds a great spiritual and religious importance. This temple is situation in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. As per Skandan Puran, Kashi is the eternal city where Lord Shiva lives permanently. It is believed that those who leave their body here in this city, Lord Shiva grants them liberation from the cycle of birth and death. People must visit this temple during the Mahashivratri as the energy of the temple is very high and extremely positive and divine seekers can get peace.

Mahakaleshwar Temple is one of the most famous Jyotirlinga. This is the only south facing jyotirlinga. Lord Mahakaal is know as the lord of kaal(time) and death. The temple is situation in Ujjain city of Madhya Pradesh. It is believed that people visit this place to get rid of the negativity and people who have a fear of death, the lord bless them with vitality and good health. Ujjain is also known as the seven moksha puri's. The famous Bhasma aarti is performed here with the sacred ash of cow dung. It is believed that if you sincerely worship here then Lord Mahakaal bless you with long life fearless life and sufferings. This temple is powerful for the people who are facing karmic burdens, depression, anxiety and going through chronic illness.

Somnath temple is one of the most famous Jyotirlingas, which is situation in Gujrat. The temple has always risen again despite repeated destructions according to the ancient history. The temple is famous for removing the Moon related issues. The temple carries a timeless powerful message of rebirth. People who are facing anxiety issues, depression and emotional imbalance should visit this temple for the calmness, balance and harmony. The temple celebrates Mahashivratri festival with great grandeur. There will be four prahari puja, night vigil and special aarti so this is the great time to visit the temple and capture the glimpse.

Arunachaleshwar temple is situation in Tiruvannamalai and in this temple Lord Shiva represents fire (Agni) element. In the physical form, the Arunachala hill itself considered as Lord Shiva. On the day of Mahashivratri, people circumambulate the sacred hill and performed throughout the night. It is believed that if you perform this ritual on the night of Mahashivratri then it is considered equivalent to the years of meditation. You must visit the temple if you are looking for the enlightenment.

Ghrineshwar temple is the last of the twelve jyotirlingas. This temple represents the completion and fulfillment. The temple is situation in Aurangabad, Maharashtra. The environment and vibes of the temple are very serene and calm. This place is more peaceful than other places. People can perform meditation also as the place holds a very high energy. You can visit this temple for the Mahashivratri celebration who loves solitude, reflection and spiritual maturity.