Verified Consecrated Shrine
Lord Shiva (Mahakal)Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh
Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga
हिन्दी: महाकालेश्वर ज्योतिर्लिंगతెలుగు: మహాకాళేశ్వర్ జ్యోతిర్లింగంதமிழ்: மகாகாளேஸ்வரர் ஜோதிர்லிங்கம்
Darshan Timings
4:00 AM – 11:00 PM (Bhasma Aarti at 4:00 AM, Sandhya Aarti at 7:00 PM)
Visiting Days
Open all 7 days year-round
Main Deity
Lord Shiva (Mahakal)
About Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga
The only Dakshinmukhi (south-facing) Jyotirlinga in the world, renowned for its sacred Bhasma Aarti and time-transcending divine power.
Temple Lore & History
Located in the ancient holy city of Avantika (Ujjain), Mahakaleshwar temple has been sanctified by sages and described by Kalidasa in Meghaduta. The presiding deity Mahakal transcends time itself (Kaal). Reconstructed in the 18th century by the Scindias, it now features the grand Shri Mahakal Lok corridor.
Spiritual Significance
Worshipping Mahakaleshwar protects against untimely demise (Akaal Mrityu) and grants fearless life. The south-facing idol emits unique cosmic energy favorable for tantric and Vedic transcendence.
Devotee Visitor Guide
Dhoti-Kurta for men and Saree/Salwar for women is mandatory for Garbhagriha entry and Bhasma Aarti. Advance reservation is recommended for morning Bhasma Aarti.
Sacred Photo Gallery
2 Photographs
Temple Location & Contact
Full Address
Jaisinghpura, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh
PIN: 456001Temple Helpline+91 734 2550563
Official Websiteshrimahakaleshwar.com
Sacred Rituals Performed Here
2 Availableॐ
Rudrabhishek
Sacred abhishek of the Shiva Linga with panchamrit, bilva leaves and Vedic chants — a powerful ritual for protection and inner strength.
₹2,501ॐ
Maha Mrityunjaya Jap
11,000 recitations of the Maha Mrityunjaya mantra with havan — a profound ritual for healing, protection and victory over fear.
₹2,101Direct Sanctum Coordination
All rituals are performed directly inside the sacred temple complex by verified local Vedic Pandits. Your Sankalp is recited with your family gotra and names.