Mahakaleshwar Temple | ARTHA | AMAZING FACTS

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The Mahakaleshwar temple is an ancient temple considered as one of the most sacred shrines in the country. The temple is a majestic example of architecture with the spacious courtyard surrounded by massive walls and the Shikhar is adorned with sculptural finery. Get too now more of some unknown facts about Mahakaleshwar Temple in this video.

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1. The name Mahakala is associated with Hindu god Shiva in his fierce and destructive form.

2. Mahakaleshwar Temple on the banks of river Shipra in the ancient city of Ujjain is dedicated to Lord Shiva’s this form.

3. The Simhastha Kumbh Mela world’s largest spiritual gathering is mutually connected to the Mahakaleshwara temple.

4. It is regarded as the most sacred Hindu sites as it is third among the 12 Jyotirlingas in India.

5. The self-arisen (Swayambhu) linga at the Mahakaleshwara temple in Ujjain is considered exceptional.

6. The Bhasma Aarti is performed from 4:00 am to 6:00 am, along with the Vedic chants (Stotra) and tunes of cymbals, conchs, and Damru.

7. The temple holy men daily adorn the Mahakala linga with colorful shrungar (masks or looks) and silver ornaments.

8. The various Mukhautas (masks) of Mahakala linga includes Holkar Mukhauta, Man Mahesh, Uma Mahesh, Nirankari Swaroop and more.


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