Ujjain is famous in all of India mainly because of the fact that it houses one of the Lord Shiva’s 12 Jyotirlingas and also happens to be one of the Saptapuris. Ujjain has always been the centre of attraction and every year lakhs of people visit the city to seek the blessings of almighty. Last year, Ujjain also hosted the famed Kumbh Mela that happens once in every 12 years.
Apart from the religious significance, Ujjain is also known for Vikramaditya and Chandragupta II and home to the legendary poet Kalidasa. In this article, we are going to tell you 6 of the major attractions of the city that makes it a must visit for Indoris as neighbours.
Shree Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple
Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple is no doubt the biggest reason why anyone would want to visit Ujjain. The temple holds a lot of importance in Hindu religion and as it is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, which are supposed to be the most sacred abodes of Shiva, people from all over India flock to Ujjain to seek its blessings. The temple is also very much famous for the Bhasm Aarti that takes place in the wee hours of the morning.
Kal Bhairav Temple
Kal Bhairav Temple follows the tantric cult and you would find lot many Sadhus here with ash on their bodies taking the rounds of temple. The Shivalinga in the temple is under the banyan tree and if you are looking forward to witness the beauty of the temple at its peak, then it is highly recommended that you visit it on the festival of Mahashivratri.
Ram Ghat
Ram Ghat is one of the most visited places in Ujjain and is located near the Harsiddhi Temple. This ghat holds a significant importance due to the fact that is the main venue for Kumb Mela and locals have a belief that taking a dip in the waters at this ghat will help you to attain salvation.
Rumi ka Makbara
Ujjain is also famous for other places that you could visit, taking a break from the normal popular places. Rumi ka Makbara is said to be almost 600 years old and is a sight to watch! The tomb was constructed in his memory and holds quite significance.
Kaliadeh Palace
If you are someone who loves the finest architecture of medieval times, then this is the place to be. Kaliadeh Palace is located at a distance of 8 kms from the main city and is a must visit place. It also has hints of Persian style of architecture and was renovated in the year 1920 by Madhav Rao Scindia.
Bhartrihari Caves
Last but not the least, Bhartrihari Caves are one of the must visit places in Ujjain and they also happen to be less known amongst visitors. The caves are located at the banks of River Shipra, near Gadhkalika Temple. The caves have got their name after the poet Bhartrihari who was also a great scholar.
Apart from these things, the Akhil Bhartiya Kalidas Samaroh in Ujjain is also a must attend fest that you surely need to be a part of. The fest happens in the month of November every year and attracts many people,both from the country as well as from abroad.
Do check out the local variety of Sev and Namkeens at Ujjain and make your trip tasty as well!