Most visiting and Famous Places in Ujjain

 

 

This comparatively quiet provincial town was one of the best known cities of ancient India. (55 kms. from Indore) Ujjain is the modern name for Ujjayini. It is one of the four centres of the Kumbh Mela, arrracting about 3 million pilgrims every 12 years. Beginning on the full moon night in Chaitra (April), it continues into Vaishakha (May), until the next full moon light.

Morden Ujjain is situated on the banks of the River Shipra, regarded since time immemorial as sacred. The magnificence and the awesome spectacle of the bathing ritual at the Simhastha defy description. Ujjain abounds in temples with hoary old traditions. The city ranks equally as a great religious centre with such places as Varanasi, Gaya and Kanchipuram and comes alive during Navratri (September/ October).

How to get Ujjain

 

Air: Nearest airport is Devi Ahilya Bai International airport at Indore.

Rail: Ujjain is well connected to the major cities of India.

Road: Regular bus services connect Ujjain with Indore, Khargone, Jalon, Khandwa. Omkareshwar, Dhar and Bhopal.

 

Best 10 Hotels in Ujjain

 

Here’s a list of 10 highly recommended hotels near the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain:

1. Hotel Maheshwari Avenue

– Located very close to the temple, offering comfortable rooms and good amenities.

2. Hotel Mittal Avenue & Paradise

– Known for its convenient location and friendly service, perfect for temple visitors.

3. Hotel Shriji Palace

– Offers a blend of comfort and affordability, ideal for pilgrims visiting Mahakaleshwar Temple.

4.Hotel Anjushree

– A luxurious option with modern amenities, located within a short distance from the temple.

5. Hotel Kshipram

– Known for its hospitality and convenient access to Mahakaleshwar Temple.

6. Hotel Imperial

– Offers comfortable rooms and a homely atmosphere, suitable for families and pilgrims.

7. Hotel Mittal Avenue

– Another branch of Hotel Mittal, known for its cleanliness and proximity to the temple.

8. Hotel Kalpana Palace

– Offers a range of services and amenities, catering to both leisure and pilgrimage travelers.

9. Hotel Shipra Avenue

– Provides comfortable accommodation and is known for its excellent location near the temple.

10. Hotel Raj Palace

– Offers spacious rooms and good hospitality, making it a popular choice among visitors.

 Ashrams near the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain

 

1. Chintamani Ganesh Temple Ashram
   • Located close to the temple, offering spiritual retreats and meditation sessions.
2. Bharat Sevashram Sangha
   • Known for its charitable activities and spiritual teachings, with a serene atmosphere.
3. Sant Mat Anand Ashram
   • Offers spiritual discourses and meditation practices, promoting inner peace and harmony.
4. Brahma Kumaris Ishwariya Vishwa Vidyalaya
   • Focuses on spiritual education and meditation, open to visitors seeking spiritual growth.
5. Ramakrishna Mission
   • A well-known ashram that promotes the teachings of Sri Ramakrishna and Swami Vivekananda.
6. Art of Living Ashram
   • Offers courses on yoga, meditation, and spiritual wisdom, promoting holistic wellness.
7. Shree Swami Samarth Dham
   • Dedicated to the teachings of Shree Swami Samarth Maharaj, offering spiritual guidance.
8. Bhaskar Yogashram
   • Specializes in yoga and meditation practices, providing a peaceful environment for spiritual seekers.
9. Brahmakumaris Ujjain
   • Offers meditation sessions and spiritual discourses, encouraging self-realization and inner peace.
10. Gayatri Parivar
    • Promotes Vedic teachings and conducts spiritual activities like yajnas and meditation.

 

Sightseeing to visit near Ujjain

 

Mahakaleshwar Temple: Mahakaal Mandir

 

The most important temple in Ujjain, the Mahakaleshwar Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It was rebuilt by Marathas in the 18^th century. One of the 12 Jyotirlingas naturally occurring Lingam believed to derive currents of power (Shakti) from within themselves as apposed to lingam ritually invested with mantra- shakti by the priests.

Bade Ganeshji Temple

 

 

Above the tank near the Mahakaleshwar Mandir, the large ornate statue of Ganesh here makes this temple, a popular pilgrimage spot.

Kaliadeh Palace

 

On an island in the Shipra River, 8 kms north of town, is the water palace of Mandu sultans, constructed in 1458. A Sun temple once stood on the site where the imposing building was constructed.

Chintaman Ganesh

 

An ancient medieval temple stands across the river. The pillars of the assembly hall are dated back to the Parmara period.

The Vedh Shala (Observatory)

 

Maharaja Jai Singh built one of his quirky observatories here between 1725 and 1730. Astrologers can purchase the complete year’s astronomical ephemeris in both English and Hindi at the oberservatory.

Famous places in Ujjain

Include Pir Mastyendranath, Bhartrihari Caves, Durgadas ki chhatri, Siddavat, KalBhairava, Gadkalika, Vikram Kirti Mandir, Navagraha Mandir (Triveni), Panchkroshi Yatra.

 

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