Indore Trip Overview
One of Hinduism’s seven sacred cities, Ujjain boasts a wealth of cultural heritage, largely in the form of temples. Situated on the banks of the Shipra River, the city dates back to 600 BC and was once the residence of Ashoka. It was also the political and commercial hub of central India and the capital of the ancient Avanti Kingdom. Ujjain’s spiritual charm is undeniable. The famous poet, Kalidas, described it as ‘The town fallen from Heaven to bring Heaven to Earth’. The many temples give you glimpses of a glorious past.
Omkareshwar is another pilgrimage destination in Madhya Pradesh, Central India. It is 100kms from Indore, on the bank of holy Narmada river. Its name “Omkareshwar” is derived from hindu god Lord Shiva. Mamaleshwar temple in Omkareshwar is the actual jyotirlinga temple.
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Duration: 2 days
Starts: Indore, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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One of Hinduism’s seven sacred cities, Ujjain boasts a wealth of cultural heritage, largely in the form of temples. Situated on the banks of the Shipra River, the city dates back to 600 BC and was once the residence of Ashoka. It was also the political and commercial hub of central India and the capital of the ancient Avanti Kingdom. Ujjain’s spiritual charm is undeniable. The famous poet, Kalidas, described it as ‘The town fallen from Heaven to bring Heaven to Earth’. The many temples give you glimpses of a glorious past.
Omkareshwar is another pilgrimage destination in Madhya Pradesh, Central India. It is 100kms from Indore, on the bank of holy Narmada river. Its name “Omkareshwar” is derived from hindu god Lord Shiva. Mamaleshwar temple in Omkareshwar is the actual jyotirlinga temple.
Itinerary
Day 1: Morning pick from Indore Railway station / Airport & drive to Ujjain.
Stop At: Shree Mahakaleshwar Temple, Jaisinghpura, Ujjain 456006 India
Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga is a famous Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the twelve Jyotirlingams, which are supposed to be the sacred abodes of Shiva. It is located in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, India. The temple is situated besides the Rudra Sagar lake. The presiding deity, Shiva in the lingam form is believed to be Swayambhu, deriving currents of power (Shakti) from within itself as against the other images and lingams that are ritually established and invested with mantra-shakti.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Sri Kal Bhairav Mandir, Goyala Buzurg, Madhya Pradesh 456003, India
The Kalbhairava Temple is supposed to be associated with the Tantra cult of Hinduism, which is a secret religious sect who thrived upon black magic. Bhairav is believed to have been a fierce manifestation of Lord Shiva, and KalBhairava is the most sacred among the eight Bhairavas. The temple enshrines a Shivalinga opposite Nandi the Bull, which during Mahashivratri draws thousands of devotees to this religious site. You can also spot many sadhus with ash-smudged bodies and long matted hair around this temple. Legend has it, that the bull was gifted to Shiva and Parvati as a wedding present from King Daksha, the father of Goddess Parvati. The best time to visit Ujjain to complete your sacred journey in this temple is around the festival of Mahashivratri when devotees congregate in great numbers and the temple comes to life.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Chintaman Ganesh Temple, Shipra River On Fatehabad Railway Line, Ujjain 456001 India
Situated close to the Shipra River on the Fatehabad railway line, Chintaman Ganesh Temple is one of the oldest temples in Ujjain, housing a large idol of one of the most worshipped Gods of India, Lord Ganesh. It is believed that the largest idol here was born of itself; hence it’s of huge religious significance. Devotees throng to this temple because the deity here is commonly known as Chintaharan Ganesh meaning ‘the assurer of freedom from worldly anxieties’.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Ram Mandir Ghat, Near Harsiddhi Temple, Ujjain India
Ram Ghat is located adjacent to the Harsiddhi Temple is amongst the most popular places to see in Ujjain. It is believed that this is the spot where Lord Ram used to take bath when he was here along with his consort Sita and brother Laxman, and as such, this ghat is one of the most frequented religious sites in Ujjain. The ghat is one of the four locations that host the auspicious Kumbh Mela that is held in every 12 years. On a regular day, devotees take a dip in the water here and perform their daily rituals, which is believed to wash away all your sufferings and help attain salvation. Apart from its religious significance, the ghat is also a good place for a leisurely walk especially in the early morning and at dusk.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at hotel Anjushree or Similar Ujjain on Twin/Double sharing basis.
Day 2: Ujjain – Omkareshwar – Indore (255 KM / 07 Hrs.)
Stop At: Omkarewhwar, Omkarewhwar, Khandwa District, Madhya Pradesh
There are two main temples of Lord Shiva here, one to Omkareshwar (whose name means “Lord of Omkaara or the Lord of the Om Sound”) located in the island and one to Amareshwar (whose name means “Immortal lord” or “lord of the Immortals or Devas”) located on the south bank of Narmada River on the mainland.
It is also called Amareshwar Temple.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at hotel in Ujjain
No accommodation included on this day.
