Kaleshwari Group of Monuments
About Kaleshwari Group of Monuments
Mahakaleshwar Temple stands as a premier pilgrimage destination in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, drawing millions of devotees annually to witness its celebrated Bhasma Aarti performed in the early morning hours. The temple operates from 4:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily, accommodating five major aartis throughout the day including the iconic Bhasma Aarti, Morning Aarti, Midday Bhog Aarti, Evening Sandhya Aarti, and Night Shayan Aarti. The Bhasma Aarti, held between 4:00 AM and 6:00 AM, requires advance online booking and represents the temple's most sacred ritual. General darshan and other aartis remain accessible to devotees without prior reservation, though early arrival is recommended during peak hours. The temple complex features multiple darshan slots optimized for different visitor preferences, with weekday afternoons typically experiencing lower crowd density than weekends and Mondays.
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