Shri Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga
The lord of time at Ujjain
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About Shri Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga
Famous for its unique Bhasma Aarti performed at dawn with sacred ash, Mahakaleshwar is a Jyotirlinga where Lord Shiva is worshipped as Mahakal, the master of time and death.
Aarti Timings
- Bhasma Aarti04:00
- Madhyahn Aarti12:00
- Sandhya Aarti19:00
Timings are indicative and may change on festival days.
Festivals & Sacred Days
Mahashivaratri
February–MarchThe great night of Shiva is the temple's grandest occasion, with continuous abhishek and an all-night vigil as devotees throng Ujjain for darshan of Mahakal.
Nag Panchami
July–AugustThe upper sanctum of Nagchandreshwar, opened only on this single day each year, draws enormous queues for a once-a-year darshan.
Shravan Mondays
July–AugustThrough the holy month of Sawan, special palki processions of Lord Mahakal wind through Ujjain's streets every Monday.
Poojas & Sevas
Bhasma Aarti
04:00The temple's signature ritual at dawn — the Jyotirlinga is anointed with sacred ash. Advance registration is required and entry is limited.
Rudrabhishek
Abhishek of the Mahakal Jyotirlinga with milk, curd, honey and Ganga jal accompanied by chanting of the Rudram.
Laghu Rudra
An elaborate eleven-fold recitation of the Rudram performed by temple priests for the wellbeing of the devotee.
Travel Guide
Address
Shri Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, Jaisinghpura, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh 456006
Nearest Airport
Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, Indore (55 km)
Nearest Railway
Ujjain Junction (2 km)
Best Season
October to March — pleasant weather; arrive before dawn for the Bhasma Aarti.
Dress Code
Traditional attire; men often wear dhoti/sela for Bhasma Aarti. Remove footwear and deposit phones outside.
How to reach
Ujjain is well connected by train from Indore, Bhopal and Delhi. Autos and taxis reach the temple from the station in a few minutes.
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