The Mahakaleshwar Temple is located in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, India.

The Glory and beliefs of Mahakaleshwar

Epics and great poets like Kalidasa have well described the grandeur of Mahakaleshwar. As it is the only south-facing Jyotirlinga, Mahakaleshwar has a virtuous significance. It is believed that only by seeing Mahakaleshwar can one attain salvation. There is a legend that God Shiva appeared in the form of Mahakala to protect the Brahmins when the demons started attacking  devotees of Shiva. The Mahakaleshwar temple was destroyed in 1235.  But since then, every ruler who has come to rule here has been paying attention to the restoration and decoration of the temple. The temple region is decorated every year and specially before Kumbh Mela. A special fair is organised on Mahashivaratri and on Mondays of the Shravan Mass. Devotees engage in the Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar with special importance.

During the Maratha rule from 1728, the Mahakaleshwar temple was rebuilt and the Jyotirlinga was re-established and the Kumbhasnan festival was started. Later, King Bhoj expanded the temple.

How to reach Mahakaleshwar?

Mahakaleshwar can be visited by any of the means of air, rail and road. As there is no airport in Ujjain, one can reach the nearby Indore Airport by air. You can then reach Ujjain by bus or taxi in an hour-and-a-half.

There are direct train services from major cities of India like Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata to Ujjain. Bus service is also available to Ujjain from major cities of India.

When to visit Mahakaleshwar?

Weather of Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Darshan has special significance in the month of Shravan (July/August) and the weather of Ujjain is also favourable in the month of Shravan.