Ujjain - 14 Attractions You Must Visit

Types of Attractions in Ujjain

Man-made Structures - Other (13)

Hindu Temples (12)

Lake/ River/ Ponds (1)

Notable Architectures (1)

Outdoors - Other (1)

Temple Festivals (1)

Popular Activities And Trips in Ujjain

List of Attractions in Ujjain

Chintaman Ganesh Temple Ujjain

Hindu Temples

Man-made Structures - Other

Chintaman Ganesh is the biggest temple of Lord Ganesha in Ujjain which dates back to the 11th and 12th centuries when the Paramaras ruled over Malwa.. This temple is built across the Kshipra river. The temple is located now in the middle of the town's market. The Ganesha idol enshrined in this temple is supposed to be swayamabhu . there are also so many interesting things in and around this temple.

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Harsiddhi Mata Mandir

Hindu Temples

Man-made Structures - Other

It is one of the 51 major Shaktipeeths of India. Legend has it that Goddess Parvati took the form of Harsiddhi to kill two demons at the behest of Lord Shiva. The temple was built during the Maratha Period and has two towering deep stambhs that are lit up on the eve of every festival. The temple also offers accommodation.

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ISKCON Temple, Ujjain

Outdoors - Other

Hindu Temples

This is a Majestic temple which was built in white marble built by ISKCON. The impeccably sculpted marble idols of Radha Madhana Mohan, Sri Krishna and Balram and Sri Gauri Nitai dressed in vibrantly colored dresses and beautiful jewelry will definitely lift your spirits. This temple was opened in 2006 and a lot of peoples visits this temple till now.

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Jantar Mantar, Ujjain

Man-made Structures - Other

Notable Architectures

The Jantar Mantar is an equinoctial sundial, consisting of a gigantic triangular gnomon with the hypotenuse parallel to the Earth's axis. Maharaja Jai Singh 2 has built this in the 18th century. Now it was a famous monument in Ujjain.

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Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga

Hindu Temples

Man-made Structures - Other

Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and one of the twelve Jyotirlingams, located in the ancient city of Ujjain on the side of the holy river Shipra. The presiding deity, Lord Shiva in the lingam form is believed to be Swayambhu. this place is very scenic with an altogether different and unmatched peace of mind and composure . all these attract a lot of devotees to visit this place every day.

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Maharshi Sandipani Ashram

Hindu Temples

Man-made Structures - Other

According to Puranic traditions, Lord Krishna, Lord Balram and Krishna's friend Sudama were taught by Kalaguru Sandipani at the ashram here. The temple here is the only temple in India to have a standing statue of Nandi - the sacred bull. A holy pond known as Gomti Kund exists nearby. Krishna is believed to have bought Gomti River here so that his guru did not have to go to Dwarika every day to take a holy dip in the Gomti river.

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Mangalnath Mandir

Hindu Temples

Man-made Structures - Other

The Mangalnath Temple is a Hindu temple located in the Ujjain. It is dedicated to Mahadeva, the guardian deity of the city. It is one of the most active temples in the city. It is regarded as the birthplace of Mars. Famous for a clear view of the planet and hence suitable for astronomical studies.

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Ram Janardan Temple

Hindu Temples

Man-made Structures - Other

Ram Janardhan Mandir, built in the 17th century by Mirza Raja Jaisingh is a perfect example of the elegant and fabulous architectural structural style of the Maratha period. Many amazing, striking and excellent sculptures of the 11th-12th century like those of the Brahma, Mashesa, Govardhandhari Krishna and Vishnu adorns these shrines and add to their charm and beauty.

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Ram Mandir

Hindu Temples

Man-made Structures - Other

As the name suggests, Ram Mandir in Ujjain is dedicated to Lord Rama. The idol of Lord Rama can be seen here, along with his wife, Sita on one side and brother, Laxman on the other. It is an epitome of beauty in the field of architecture.

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Shaktipeeth Shri Gadhkalika Mata Temple, Ujjain

Hindu Temples

Man-made Structures - Other

It is located 2 miles away from Ujjain. the idol in the temple of Gadkalika is supposed to have been worshipped by Kalidasa. It is said that Kalidasa was an uneducated person and it was due to his dedication to Goddess Kalika that he earned her blessings and also acquired unparalleled literary skills. It seems that the temple was renovated in the Paramara period. Now it is a famous tourist destination in Ujjain.

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Shree Bada Ganesh Mandir

Hindu Temples

Man-made Structures - Other

Bade Ganeshji ka Mandir is a magnificent temple in Ujjain that houses one of the biggest idols of Lord Ganesh. Resting along the Mahakaleshwar reservoir. The middle of the temple gate is adorned with a PanchamuKhi image of Lord Hanuman. This is a good place to visit in Ujjain.

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Shri Char Dham Temple, Ujjain

Hindu Temples

Man-made Structures - Other

One of the most beautiful temples of Ujjain where you can feel of visiting all the four Chardhams – Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri. It is located behind the Mahakaleswar temple. Daily a lot of peoples comes here and enjoy the beauty of this place.

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Shri Kaal Bhairav Temple, Bhairav Garh, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh

Hindu Temples

Man-made Structures - Other

This is the famous Hindu temple in Ujjain which is dedicated to Kaal Bhairav, the most important among the eight Bhairavas, which was the creation fo Lord shiva. This temple is located in a serene surrounding and Liquor is one of the offerings made to the temple deity. There are also so many interesting things to do here.

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Shri Ram Ghat

Lake/ River/ Ponds

Man-made Structures - Other

Temple Festivals

Sri ram mandir Gaht is considered as one of the oldest bathing ghats in India and holds the relevance with the Kumbhmela celebrations. It is of immense importance to the Hindus because it is one of the four locations where Kumbh Mela is held every 12 years.

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