Mahakaleshwar Temple
Lord Shiva (Jyotirlinga)
Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh
Major
Jyotirlinga
About This Temple
One of 12 Jyotirlingas. Only south-facing Jyotirlinga. Famous for Bhasma Aarti performed with sacred ash.
Timings
4:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Dress Code
Traditional attire for Bhasma Aarti
Darshan Types
- Regular Darshan
- Bhasma Aarti (4 AM - book in advance)
How to Reach
Indore Airport (55 km), Ujjain Railway Station (2 km)
Accommodation
Temple dharamshala, Hotels
Nearby Places
Ram Ghat
Kal Bhairav Temple
Sandipani Ashram