Tour Packages for Ujjain

Situated on the bank of the River Shipra, in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, Ujjain is described by the legendry poet Kalidasa as "The town, fallen from heaven to bring heaven on earth". One of the holiest cities of Hindus, Ujjain is said to be home of Shiva as Mahakal, the presiding deity of Ujjain. According to an ancient Hindu calendar, the first meridian of the planet earth passes through Ujjain. The city is also famous as one of the sacred religious congregation of the Hindus, the Kumbh Mela is held here.

Earlier known as Avantika and Ujjaini, Ujjain was an important part of the ancient trade route. The city was an important political center under the great ruler Chandragupta II. Kalidasa, the Indian Shakespeare was the court poet during that time. He has described the city and its rich heritage in his most celebrated work Meghdoot.

This sacred city has been under the patronage of many dynasties including the Muslims rulers, the Mughals and the Marathas. Later the British too made it as one of their important commercial center. But the city still boasts of its rich ancient culture and its close association with the Hindu religion.

The city of Ujjain is said to be the city of temples. According to a saying no matter how much cart loads of grain you bring for offering, you will short of offering if you offer at every temple. Among the temples the most sacred one is the Bhaironath temple. The deity of temple is known as the liquor drinking deity. The other famous temple of the city is the Mahakal temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is the faith here that this Lord allocates the existential time of all cosmic manifestation. The Bhasma Aarti held every dawn at the Mahakal temple is considered to be an important ritual of the city. You can be part of this sacred ritual through the tour packages for Ujjain.

The other attractions of the city are the Mangalnath temple, situated at the place where the first meridian is said to pass the earth, Chintaman Ganesh temple, established by Lord Rama and the Gopal Mandir, dedicated to Lord Krishna.

The city is also known for the famous Banana Tree Siddhwat, which is said to be spiritually evolved.

Ujjain's festivals are also world famous like the Simhastha Kumbh Mela, once held in twelve years and Maha Shivratri. These festivals offer travelers an opportunity to experience the city in its entirety.