Mahakal Ujjain Tirtha Kshetra

"Located in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga is one of the twelve revered Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Lord Shiva is worshipped here in His powerful Mahakal form. The temple is especially renowned for its sacred Bhasma Aarti, a distinctive ritual performed in the early morning. History & Religious Significance of Ujjain Ujjain is one of India's ancient religious and cultural cities. It has been known by names such as Avantika and Ujjayini in ancient traditions. The city has been an important centre of pilgrimage, Shaiva worship and spiritual practices since ancient times. The presence of Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga gives Ujjain a unique place among the sacred Shiva pilgrimage sites. Ujjain is also renowned for the Simhastha Kumbh, one of India's major religious gatherings."