Temples in Ujjain - photos, details and travel help.
Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple Kalabhairava Temple Chintaman Ganesh Temple Harisiddhi Temple Ram Ghat Gomti Kund Dwarikadhish Gopal Mandir Ram Janardan Mandir Mangalnath Temple
Mahakaleshwar Temple is one of the most revered temples in Ujjain , dedicated to Lord Shiva, and remains thronged by the Hindu devotees throughout the year. The temple is very popular because of the lingam, which is worshipped as Lord Shiva and is one of the twelve famous Jyotirlingas present in the world. The devotees can witness the Rudra Sagar Lake, flowing beside the temple, and is thus regarded to be a holy place where only the honest ones can set their foot on.
The Kalabhairava Temple depicts the Tantra culture, which has always been a significant part of Hinduism. The cultural diversity reflected in the legendary fact of the temple takes us back to the time when black magic thrived abundantly. According to the mythological facts, Kal Bhairava of Ujjain is a manifestation of Lord Shiva and is considered to be the most sacred one too.
For those going through a critical stage of life and facing anxiety and tension, a visit to the Chintaman Ganesh Temple is a must. It is a famous temple in Ujjain and hosts a grand idol of Lord Ganesha, which is worshipped at the holy shrine. As the name suggests, “Chintaman” indicates the deity as the assurer, who can free the human mind from the worries and anxieties.
Built back in the 19th century, the Harisiddhi Temple is one of the fifty-one Shakti Peethas and dedicated to Goddess Harisiddhi. The serenity that the temple has to offer due to its location by the River Shipra attracts a number of tourists from all over the world. According to the legendary fact, one of Sati’s body parts fell at the spot when Vishnu released his ‘chakra’ and cut it into pieces to stop Lord Shiva from doing the Tandav.
Located near the Harsiddhi temple, Ram Ghat regards significant legendary facts and marks its popularity because Lord Rama used to come here to bathe in the ghat with his consort, Sita, during the period of exile. The ghat has been listed among the top religious sightseeing in Ujjain. The ghat comprises of a vast area, and thus serves as a location to the Kumbh Mela, which happens only after every twelve years.
If you are someone who is already tired of being in the midst of chaos, then the peaceful ambiance and serenity of the place are going to soothe your senses. Surrounded by lush green bushes in Sandipani Ashram, GomtiKund is a sacred water-tank, which is believed to be poured in with waters from all the sacred places in the world. There is a common belief that Lord Krishna did so to save the efforts of His guru, Sandipani.
Dating back to the 19th century, the Dwarkadhish Gopal Mandir is a temple dedicated to the child avatar of Lord Krishna. The temple marks huge architectural significance and resembles the style of Maratha architecture. Dwarikadhish Gopal Mandir follows a marble-spired structure because the ones who built it belonged to the Maratha culture.
Constructed in 17th century by Mirza Raja Jaisingh, Shree Ram JanardanMandir is a temple of Shree Ram and Janardan. It is one of the oldest Ujjain Mandir and is a perfect example of Maratha architecture with mind-blowing Maratha paintings and sculptures. The paintings inside the complex portrays scenes from life of Ram and Krishna.
Mangalnath Temple is amongst the most visited Hindu temple in the city. Situated far away from the hustle and bustle of the city, it is visited by devotees in large numbers on a daily basis. It is the only temple dedicated to Mangal and is considered to be one of the most active temples in the city. People who have a weak Mangal visit the temple on a regular basis to conduct MangalShaanti Puja.
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