Mahakaleshwar Jyotirling
Times of India/Guest Contributor/SIGHTSEEING, UJJAIN/ Updated : Apr 14, 2015, 15:41 IST
Synopsis
Mahakaleshwar Jyotirling and Temple is the most important temple in Ujjain. The Jyotirling here is Dakshinmurti Swayambhu “self manifested” which derives power within itself unlike others where lingas are installed. The Omkareshw … Read more
Mahakaleshwar Jyotirling and Temple is the most important temple in Ujjain. The Jyotirling here is Dakshinmurti Swayambhu “self manifested” which derives power within itself unlike others where lingas are installed. The Omkareshwar linga, on the first floor, is open for visitors round the year whereas the Nagchandreshwara linga, situated on the third floor is open only on the day of Nagpanchmi. Read less

Mahakaleshwar Jyotirling and Temple is the most important temple in Ujjain. The Jyotirling here is Dakshinmurti Swayambhu “self manifested” which derives power within itself unlike others where lingas are installed. The Omkareshwar linga, on the first floor, is open for visitors round the year whereas the Nagchandreshwara linga, situated on the third floor is open only on the day of Nagpanchmi. The temple has over hundred small shrines of various deities. The Koti Teertha, a large water body inside the temple complex, is believed to contain celestial water and devotees are expected to take a dip here. If you are an early riser, you could also participate in the Bhasma aarti that takes place at 4.00 am although a pass is required for this a day in advance. The temple has its own dharamshala and prasad is offered free of cost. Mahakaleshwar Temple is just 2 kms from the railway station and the Bus stand of Ujjain.
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