Ujjain City Local Sightseeing Day Tour

Ujjain goes by many names; Ujjayini, Avanti, Avantika, and Avantikapuri are all names for it. located in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, is a city steeped in spirituality and history. Renowned for its temples, including the Mahakaleshwar Temple housing one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, Ujjain attracts pilgrims and tourists seeking divine blessings and cultural enlightenment. The city also holds significance as a center for learning and a place of pilgrimage along the banks of the sacred Shipra River.

Highlights

• Visit one of the twelve Jyotirlingas.
• Visit the Greenwich of India—the first meridian of longitude—the Tropic of Cancer passes through it—through the Jantar Mantar.
• A hassle-free full-day tour of Ujjain with a well-experienced chauffeur.

Detailed Overview

In the west central part of India lies Ujjain, also called Ujain, Ujjayini, Avanti, Avantika, and Avantikapuri. It is an ancient city on the banks of the Kshipra River in the state of Madhya Pradesh. It is considered to be one of the seven sacred cities of Hindus and boasts several highly revered temples.

As per Hindu mythology, a drop of Amrut, the nectar of immortality, was discovered after Sagar Manthan fell here, making this city sacred. In Ujjain, one can visit the Sandipani Ashram, in which there are paintings of Lord Krishna receiving his teachings. Often referred to as the 'City of Temples', it is also home to the Mahakaleshwar Temple, which embodies one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. The Simhastha Kumbh Mela, held every 12 years, is a big crowd-puller and a highly revered event. Hundreds of thousands of pilgrims throng the city during the Kumbh and take a holy dip in the Kshipra river.

Ujjain City Local Sightseeing Day Tour Itinerary

• The tour starts with your pick-up from the hotel or residence in Ujjain at the selected time while booking. During the tour, we suggest the following important attractions be covered:
  
  
• Mahakaleshwar Temple: One of the twelve Jyotirlingas in India, dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is known for its unique lingam, which is believed to be self-manifested (Swayambhu) and attracts thousands of devotees every day.
• Kal Bhairav Temple: Dedicated to Lord Bhairav, a fierce form of Lord Shiva, this temple is renowned for its deity adorned with silver and offering liquor as a part of worship.
• Harsiddhi Temple: A significant temple dedicated to Goddess Harsiddhi, considered one of the Siddhpeethas, where the elbow of Goddess Sati fell. It is believed that visiting this temple fulfills desires and brings prosperity.
• Chintaman Ganesh Temple is a revered temple dedicated to Lord Ganesh, known for its ancient idol of the deity and the tranquil ambiance surrounding it.
• Mangalnath Temple: Situated on the banks of the Shipra River, this temple is dedicated to Lord Mangal (Mars) and is believed to be the birthplace of the planet Mars, according to Hindu mythology.
• Sandipani Ashram: a sacred site associated with the Guru of Lord Krishna, Sage Sandipani, where it is believed that Lord Krishna and his childhood friend Sudama received their education.
• Gadkalika Temple: an ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Kalika, a form of Goddess Kali. It is believed that Kalidasa, the great Sanskrit poet, attained his poetic genius after receiving blessings from the deity here.
• Vikram Kirti Mandir: A cultural and historical museum showcasing artifacts, sculptures, and inscriptions related to the rich heritage and history of Ujjain.
• Bade Ganeshji Ka Mandir: Another temple dedicated to Lord Ganesh, known for its enormous idol of the deity and the serene atmosphere it offers for meditation and worship.
• Mangalnath Ghat: A sacred bathing ghat on the banks of the Shipra River, where pilgrims perform rituals and take holy dips during religious festivals like the Kumbh Mela.
• There are many ghats other than Mangalnath Ghat in Ujjain, and you may as well visit the popular ones to feel the holy vibe.
• After the completion of the 10-hour tour, the driver will drop you back at your hotel or residence within the Ujjain city limits.

Please note

• This is not a guided tour; the driver will not be the guide for the tour.
• A well-experienced professional driver knows all the places to take the tour.
• This is a local city tour; hence, the vehicle cannot be used for any outstation tour.