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12 Jyotirlingas in India Temples of Lord Shiva

India, the land of spiritual prosperity, is believed to house millions of religious destinations and temples around the country. These most sacred 12 Jyotirlingas in India signify the illuminations of Lord Shiva, one of the three divine gods of the Hindu pantheon of gods. Of these 12 Jyotirlingas located across the Indian subcontinent, each is revered by the Hindus, and millions of people throng these divine abodes each year.

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12 Jyotirlingas in India Temples of Lord Shiva

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  1. Blogs Home > Blogs  Search About Us Welcome to HECT India – your trusted partner in Holidays, Events, Conferences, and Travel. Since 2015, we've been creating seamless travel experiences and unforgettable memories. From customized tour packages to world- class event planning, we’re here to make every journey hassle-free and exceptional. Let’s explore the world together! 12 Jyotirlingas in India: Temples of Lord Shiva 06/Jan/2025 Information India, the land of spiritual prosperity, is believed to house millions of religious destinations and temples around the country. These most sacred, 12 Jyotirlingas in India, signi?es illuminations of Lord Shiva, one of the three divine gods of the Hindu pantheon of gods.  Of these 12  Jyotirlingas located across the Indian subcontinent, each is revered by the Hindus and millions of people throng these divine abodes each year. Recent Blogs The Legend of Jyotirlingas INFORMATION 12 Jyotirlingas in India: Temples of Lord Shiva The word "Jyotirlinga" combines two Sanskrit words: Jyoti, meaning Light and Linga, meaning symbol. Both of them represent the bright, everlasting aspect of Shiva.  The roots of Jyotirlingas are buried in mythological importance. Although the story is rooted in the Vishnu Purana, in which Lord This website requires cookies to provide all of its features. By using our website, you protected by reCAPTCHA Shiva challenged Lord Vishnu and created a pillar of ?re, asking both agree to our use of cookies. TRAVEL / Okay  - HOLIDAYS 8 Places in Thailand Indians Don’t Visit, But Should! to ?nd the end of it, the all-encompassing God, Brahma. While Privacy - Terms Vishnu bowed down to the defeat, Brahma came up with a lie and said he had found the upper end, hence incurring the wrath of Shiva. This legendary event gives the start of the Jyotirlinga, apparently to have emerged from the never-ending pillar of light that came out of Shiva. There are said to be 64 Jyotirlingas, but 12 are considered the most LUXURY

  2. auspicious and signi?cant.   TRAVEL / TRIPS 5 Unbelievable Hotels Around the World You Have to See to Believe 12 Jyotirlingas and Their Locations   S.No How to Reach Jyotirlinga Location 1 Somnath Gujarat Railway station at Somnath, and buses from Ahmedabad and Rajkot. Airpot- keshod airpot - 50 km away from temple. BEACH, COAST Top 10 Best Beaches in India You Must Go 2 Mallikarjuna Andhra Pradesh (Srisailam) The nearest station is Markapur; & buses from Hyderabad. Airport-Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad- 195.6 km away from temple INFORMATION Top 10 Most Beautiful Places in Uttarakhand Categories Adventure Travel Information Street Food / Restaurants / Dining Ujjain Railway Station, a few km from the temple. Airpot- Devi Ahilyabai Holkar International Airport, Indore- 50 km away from ujjain, Mahakaleshwar 3 Madhya Pradesh (Ujjain) / Bars Travel / Holidays Luxury Travel / Trips Budget Trips Omkareshwar 4 Madhya Pradesh (Narmada River) Nearest railway station: Omkareshwar Road, buses from Indore and Ujjain. Airpot- Devi Ahilyabai Holkar International Airport, Indore - 77 km away from the temple. Luxury Train Cruise Excursion Monuments Religious Location Historical Landmark 5 Baidyanath Jharkhand (Deoghar) Railway station at Deoghar, buses from Ranchi and Patna. Airpot- Deoghar Airport (DGH),12 km away from the main city. Theme Park Water Park Religious Tours Boat Trip City Tour Passport

  3. VISA Bhimashankar 6 Maharashtra (Western Ghats) Pune, taxis or buses from Pune Railway Station. Pune International Airport (PNQ), which is about 110 kilometers away from temple. Time to Visit State Building Temple Gurdwara Shrine Mosque Railway station at Rameswaram, buses and taxis from nearby cities. Airpot- Madurai airpot,- 147.5 kmm away from temple. 7 Ramanathaswamy Tamil Nadu (Rameswaram) Hindu Shrine Activity Parks, Garden Landmark Museum Church Dwarka Railway Station, buses from other Gujarat cities & Jamnagar Airport 8 Nageshwar Gujarat (Near Dwarka) Market Concert Hall Fountain Varanasi Railway Station, taxis and auto- rickshaws available. Varanasi airport- 21.7 km away from temple Events Venue 9 Kashi Vishwanath Uttar Pradesh (Varanasi) Fort Palace Castle Route Track Street Neighborhood Tourist Attraction Scenic Point, View Point Trimbakeshwar 10 Maharashtra (Nashik) Nashik, well- connected by rail and road. Nasik airpot- 43.9 km away from the temple. Lake, Reservoir Buddhist Temple Observatory Exhibition, Trade Centre 11 Kedarnath Uttarakhand (Rudra Himalayan) Jolly Grant (airport), Rishikesh (railway station), trek from Gaurkund. Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun - 250 km away from the temple. Memorial National Park Amusement Park Art Gallery Stadium, Play Ground Bird Sanctuary Planetarium

  4. Ghrishneshwar Zoo Maharastra (Aurangabad) 12 Aurangabad Railway Station, approximately 30 km from the temple. Airpot- Aurangabad Airpot- 29 km away from temple. Covent Basilica Water Fall Cathedral Beach, Coast Landmark   Mall / Shopping Complex 1. Somnath Jyotirlinga, Gujarat  Festivals Theatre Hotel Educational Facility Airport Iconic Building Somnath Temple is in the district of Saurashtra, Gujarat, built beside Aquarium the bay of Kamabhar, which is known today as the Prabhas Patan where the ?rst Jyotirlinga is placed. The temple is one of a large Show architectural scale and has been built and destroyed by invaders a Island number of times.  Buddhist Shrine This aspect alone makes the temple a fantastic combination of religious art and stunning views of the Arabian Sea. The Somnath Haunted House temple is equally symbolic for devoted people and the powerful energy of the place makes it a perfect example of calmness. Destination Timings: 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Ski Aarti Times: 7:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 7:00 PM Mountain How to Reach: Somnath is connected with rail and bus facilities; Opera House there are frequent buses from big cities such as Ahmedabad, Rajkot Factory & other destinations. Airpot- keshod airpot , which is 50 km away from the temple. Cultural Centre   Cemetery 2. Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga Ashram   It is the sacred shrine temple located in the below user details; bid area of Andhra Pradesh. Located in Srisailam atop the Nallamala

  5. Hills, the Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga temple is one of the 12 jyotirlinga in india, that is present in a forest area. This place is doubly blessed, as this place also contains the Goddess Bhramaramba temple. A temple that dates back in history, the architectural design contains brilliance and thousands of pilgrims visit the temple annually. Timings: 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Aarti Times: 5:15 AM, 5:20 PM How to Reach: The nearest railhead is Markapur and if you are traveling from Hyderabad, there are frequent buses available. Airport-Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad- 195.6 km away from temple.   3. Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga temple, Madhya Pradesh  The Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga is placed in Ujjain near the shores of Rudra Sagar Lake.The temple is popular for Bhasma Aarti, in which ash is put on the Shiva linga and attracts loads of spiritual connoisseurs who are devotees of Lord Shiva. Timings: 4:00 AM - 11:00 PM Aarti Times: 4:00 AM, 7:30 AM, 5:00 PM How to Reach: The train link to Ujjain is good and the distance from the railway station is a few kilometers from the temple. Airpot- Devi Ahilyabai Holkar International Airport, Indore- 50 km  away from ujjain.     4. Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga, Madhya Pradesh  Situated on the Omkareshwar Island in the Narmada River, this temple is uniquely shaped like the sacred symbol "Om".  It is one of the 12 Jyotirlinga in India; the tranquil surroundings of the river and the temple’s serene atmosphere make it a popular destination for

  6. spiritual seekers. Timings: 5:00 AM - 9:30 PM Aarti Times: 5:00 AM, 8:20 PM How to Reach: The nearest station is Omkareshwar Road, and buses are available from nearby cities like Indore and Ujjain. Airpot- Devi Ahilyabai Holkar International Airport, Indore - which is 77 km  away from the temple.   5. Baidyanath Jyotirlinga, Jharkhand Baidyanath Temple is an important pilgrimage site, especially during the Shravan Mela, when millions of devotees walk to o?er water to the Shiva linga. The location of this jyotirlinga is in Deoghar, Jharkhand. The intricate carvings and historical signi?cance make this a site of immense spiritual value. Timings: 4:00 AM - 9:00 PM Aarti Times: 4:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 6:00 PM How to Reach: Deoghar has a railway station, and regular buses are available from Ranchi and Patna. Airpot- Deoghar Airport (DGH),12  km away from the main city.   6. Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga, Maharashtra  Located in the lush green Western Ghats, Bhimashankar is both a Jyotirlinga and a wildlife sanctuary. The picturesque surroundings and the temple’s intricate Nagara-style architecture add to its divine aura. Timings: 5:00 AM - 9:30 PM Aarti Times: 5:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 7:30 PM

  7. How to Reach: Pune is the nearest city, and buses or taxis can be taken from Pune Railway Station.Pune International Airport (PNQ), which is about 110 kilometers away from the temple. 7. Ramanathaswamy Jyotirlinga, Tamil Nadu  Situated in the island town of Rameswaram, this Jyotirlinga is one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites. The temple is renowned for its longest corridor, architectural beauty, and association with the Ramayana. Timings: 5:00 AM - 9:00 PM Aarti Times: 5:00 AM, 6:00 PM, 8:30 PM How to Reach: Rameswaram has a railway station, and buses and taxis are available from nearby cities. Airpot- Madurai airpot,- 147.5 km away from temple.   8. Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, Gujarat  Near Dwarka, Nageshwar is one of the most famous Jyotirlingas, particularly for its connection to Lord Shiva’s victory over the demon Daruka. A giant statue of Lord Shiva marks the temple, making it a visual spectacle as well as a spiritual one. Timings: 6:00 AM - 9:30 PM Aarti Times: 6:00 AM, 7:00 PM How to Reach: The nearest railway station is Dwarka, and buses connect the town to other cities in Gujarat. Airpot- Jamnagar airport 9. Kashi Vishwanath, Varanasi 

  8. Located along the banks of the River Ganges in the holy city of Varanasi, the Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most sacred places for Hindus. Known for its golden dome, this temple is not just a religious center but a symbol of India’s spiritual legacy. Timings: 2:30 AM - 11:00 PM Aarti Times: 3:00 AM, 7:00 PM How to Reach: Varanasi is well-connected by rail and road, with taxis and autorickshaws available to the temple.Varanasi airport- 21.7 km away from the temple.   10. Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga, Maharashtra  Located in Nashik, Maharashtra, the Trimbakeshwar Temple is unique for housing a linga with three faces, symbolizing Lord Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma. The temple’s rich history and the sacred Trimbak River make it an important pilgrimage site. Timings: 5:00 AM - 9:30 PM Aarti Times: 5:00 AM, 6:00 PM How to Reach: Nashik is well-connected by road and rail to major cities in Maharashtra. Nasik airpot- 43.9 km away from the temple. 11. Kedarnath Jyotirlingas—  Uttarakhand Kedarnath Jyotirlinga is one of the most important holy places, or

  9. one of the four sacred sites (Char Dham) in Hinduism, and it is situated at 1,200 feet above sea level in the Rudra Himalayan Range. Because of freezing conditions and early snow, the temple is only open from May to June each year.  Anybody planning to visit Kedarnath shrine usually takes waters from Gangotri and performs puja to Yamunotri. The people believe that both visiting the Kedarnath Temple in April and taking a bath in the Jyotirlinga washes away unhappiness, misfortune, and ill luck.  Temple Hours: 4 AM to 9 PM Darshan Timings: 5:00-7:00 and 19:30-21:30 How to Reach: The nearest airport is Jolly Grant and the nearest railway station is at Rishikesh. Road connectivity to Gaurkund Rameswaram, a place from where the trek towards Kedarnath starts.  Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun - 250 km away from the temple.  12. Ghristneshwar Jyotirling , Maharashtra. The Ghrishneshwara jyotirlinga of Lord Shiva is at Renuka in the vicinity of Aurangabad in the state of Maharashtra, the twelfth and the last of the twelve jyotirlingas. It is situated near the UNESCO world heritage-famous Ellora Caves and has splendid art work depicting medieval period India architecture. The temple was said to have been built by a pious lady named Kusuma and her lord Shiv has granted her his boon. Today in Ghrishneshwar, people can recognize the calm environment and spirituality that still attend many visitors and pilgrims. Opening Timings: The temple generally opens at 5:30 AM and closes at 9:30 PM.   How to Reach: The nearest major railway station is Aurangabad Railway Station, approximately 30 km from the temple. Taxis, auto- rickshaws, and buses are readily available for transport from the station to the temple. Airpot- Aurangabad Airpot- 29 km away from temple. Ghrishneshwar is well-connected by road, with regular state and private buses operating between Aurangabad and the temple.  The well-maintained road network ensures a smooth journey for travelers. Many tourists combine visits to both the Ghrishneshwar Temple and Ellora Caves during a single trip. Visit Us:- Top 10 Best Beaches in India You Must Go

  10. Conclusion These 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva scattered across India hold immense religious and spiritual signi?cance for devotees.  Each temple, with its unique history, architecture, and legends, provides a sacred space for re?ection and devotion.The concept of these 12 Jyotirlingas in India symbolizing the eternal light of Shiva is deeply rooted in Hindu mythology and attracts millions of pilgrims and tourists annually.    Share  Tags: 12 JYOTIRLINGAS IN INDIA JYOTIRLING PLACES      Need Travel Help?  Call Us: +91 9999599100 Got Questions ? Call us 24/7 Contact Info UG - 23, Upper Ground Floor, Westend Mall, District Centre Janakpuri, New Delhi - 110058 Tel +91 11 4993 4733 Mobile +91 9811396302 Email info@hectindia.com Company Services Policies Feature About us Careers Blogs Investor Relations FAQ Our Team Testimonials Founder's Message Contact Us   Tours Hotels Guide Attractions / Excursions Cars / Transfers Cruise Travel Insurance VISA Assistance   Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Cancellation Policy List Your Hotel Sell Your Tours with HECT India News & Media Social Impact Initiative News Articles   Feed20   Your Email Subscribe Mailing List Sign up for our mailing list to get latest updates and o?ers. Location Chain Hotels City Hotels Tourist Places Hotels Abroad Holiday Packages Paris London Pattaya Europe Lemon Tree Hotels Hotels in Delhi Hotels in Hotels in Goa Hotels in Shimla Hotels in Bangkok USA Tour Packages

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