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Jyotirlingas in India
Explore India's spiritual essence with the revered 12 Jyotirlingas, including Somnath, Mallikarjuna, and Mahakaleshwar, sacred temples embodying Lord Shiva's divine
energy, spread across different corners of the country
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1 Somnath Temple - Patan 2 Mallikarjuna Temple - 3 Mahakaleshwar Temple -

First of the 12 Jyotirlingas
Srisailam Ujjain
According to popular belief, Somnath Temple Seek Blessings at a Shaktipeeth Seek Blessings at a Shaktipeeth
was built by the Moon God to show gratitude Famous as one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, A revered holy site for Hindus, the temple is
towards Lord Shiva. The temple was attacked Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple also holds the dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is
and looted multiple times in the past but has distinction of being a Shaktipeeth. Perched atop architected in Chalukya & Maratha styles and
since then been restored to its true glory. the Nallamala Hills, it is dedicated to Goddess houses a Shiva Lingam which is believed to be
Bhramarambika. Swayambhu (self-manifested).

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4 Omkareshwar Temple - 5 Baidyanath Dham - Deoghar

Khandwa Sacred Hindu Temple Complex

The Fourth Treasured Jyotirlinga of the World! As one of India's twelve Jyotirlingams, the
Among the twelve jyotirlingas all over the world, Baidyanath Dham is a popular tourist site in the
Tell us your Omkareshwar is the fourth highly revered
jyotirlinga. Shri Omkareshwar Temple is located
state of Jharkhand. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this
temple complex boasts 21 temples.
location for better on the banks of the holy river Narmada and

recommendations known for its majestic Sabha Mandal or the

meeting hall.

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6 Bhimashankar Temple - Pune 7 Ramanathaswamy Temple - 8 Nageshwar Jyotirlinga -

Holy Pilgrimage Site
Rameswaram Dwarka
Located in the village of Bhavagiri, A Sacred Hindu Pilgrimage Destination Abode of Lord Shiva
Bhimashankar is a revered pilgrimage site where Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple is a Also known as Darukavana in the Shiv Purana,
at 1,005 metres is one of the 12 jyotirlingas of renowned Hindu temple located on the island of Nageshwar Jyotirlinga is about 20 minutes from
Lord Shiva in India. Rameswaram in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. It the Dwarka city centre. The name Darukuvana
is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is considered one originates from the Sanskrit word for deodar
of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines, which are forests.
believed to be the most sacred abodes of Lord
Shiva. The temple is an important pilgrimage site
for devotees seeking spiritual blessings and is
known for its architectural grandeur and
historical signi�cance.

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9 Kashi Vishwanath - Varanasi 10 Trimbakeshwar Temple - 11 Kedarnath Temple -

The Spiritual Haven of Varanasi
Nashik Rudraprayag
The Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the An Ancient Pilgrimage Site Iconic Shiva Temple
holiest Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva Nestled on the foothills of Brahmagiri Mountain Located near the head of Mandakini river and
and is considered one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. Range, this 18th century temple is dedicated to believed to have been built by the Pandavas to
The original temple was believed to have been Lord Shiva and features one of the twelve please Lord Shiva, Kedarnath Temple is one of
built around 1490 by Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar Jyotirlingas. the Char Dhams (where Hindus can achieve
of Indore. However, the current structure of the instant moksha). It is one of the holiest shrines
temple was constructed in 1780 by the Maratha dedicated to Lord Shiva.
queen, Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore.

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12 Grishneshwar Temple -
Aurangabad
Temple for Lord Shiva

Less than an hour from Aurangabad, the

Grishneswar Temple is a legendary temple
dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is the smallest
Jyotirlinga temple in India. The walls of the
temple also have colourful murals depicting Lord
Vishnu's many avtaars.

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More About 12 Jyotirlingas in India!

India, a land of diverse cultures and rich traditions, is also home to several sacred pilgrimage sites. Among these, the 12 Jyotirlingas hold a special place in the
hearts of devotees. These are the holy shrines where Lord Shiva is worshipped in the form of a Jyotirlinga or "pillar of light". Each Jyotirlinga site has its own
unique legend and distinct signi�cance, be it the Maharashtra Jyotirlinga or Gujarat Jyotirlinga. With ample Jyotirlinga Tour Package options to choose from,
here are the 12 main Jyotirlingas to know about before planning a trip:.

Somnath, Gujarat
The Somnath temple, located in Gujarat, is believed to be the �rst among the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva. It is an important pilgrimage and tourist spot for devotees. The temple
has been destroyed and rebuilt several times throughout history, symbolising its resilience.

Mahakaleshwar, Madhya Pradesh

Situated on the banks of the Rudra Sagar lake, the Mahakaleshwar temple houses the Jyotirlinga that is believed to be self-born. The temple is known for its unique Bhasma Aarti, where
the linga is bathed in sacred ash.

Omkareshwar, Madhya Pradesh

Omkareshwar, located on an island called Mandhata in Madhya Pradesh, is home to another sacred Jyotirlinga. The island, shaped like the sacred Hindu symbol 'Om', adds to the spiritual
signi�cance of the place.

Kedarnath, Uttarakhand
Nestled in the snow-clad peaks of the Himalayas, Kedarnath is one of the highest located Jyotirlingas. The temple can only be reached by a trek and remains closed for six months due to
extreme weather conditions.

Bhimashankar, Maharashtra
Located near Pune in Maharashtra, Bhimashankar is surrounded by lush green forests and is a source of the river Bhima. The temple architecture features intricate carvings and is a
blend of old and new structures.

Viswanath, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

Varanasi, also known as Kashi, houses the Viswanath Jyotirlinga temple. The city is considered one of the oldest and holiest in India. A dip in the holy Ganges near the temple is believed
to wash away all sins.

Trimbakeshwar, Maharashtra
Trimbakeshwar, located near Nasik in Maharashtra, is known for its unique linga - a single linga with faces of Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. The temple is also the source of
the Godavari River.

Vaidyanath, Jharkhand
Vaidyanath, also known as Baidyanath, is located in Jharkhand. It is believed that Ravana, the king of Lanka, worshipped Shiva at this site.

Nageshwar, Gujarat
Nageshwar, near Dwarka in Gujarat, is known as the 'Darukavana', which is an ancient epic name of a forest in India.

Rameshwar, Tamil Nadu

Rameshwar, located on Rameshwaram Island, in Tamil Nadu is associated with Lord Rama. It is believed that Lord Rama worshipped Shiva here on his way back from Lanka.

Grishneshwar, Maharashtra
Located near the Ellora Caves in Maharashtra, Grishneshwar is believed to be the last or twelfth Jyotirlinga on the earth.

Mallikarjuna, Andhra Pradesh

Situated on Shri Shaila Mountain by the banks of the Patal Ganga, Krishna River in the southern state of Andhra Pradesh, Mallikarjuna is revered as one of the greatest sacred places in
India.

Each of these Jyotirlingas offers a unique spiritual experience, steeped in mythology and tradition. Whether you're a devotee of Lord Shiva, a spiritual seeker, or a lover of history and
culture, these Jyotirlingas promise a journey of faith, devotion, and enlightenment.
Latest Updates on Kedarnath Jyotirlinga
Kedarnath will open from 10th May 2024, registrations & bookings are open now for Chardham, Kedarnath & Badrinath Yatra.

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What are the 5 main Jyotirlinga?

Bhimashankar, Trimbakeshwar, Grishneshwar, Mahakaleshwar, Baidyanath Dham are the most important �ve jyotirlinga in India

Which is the �rst of 12 jyotirlinga?

Somnath Temple, Gujrat is the �rst Jyotirlinga.

Which direction do the 12 Jyotirlingas face?

Mahakal Jyotirlinga in Ujjain is only facing in South Direction, while other jyotirlingas face east direction.

What are the 12 Jyotirlingas in India?

List of Temples and Locations
Name Location State
Somnath Temple Somnath Gujarat
Mallikarjuna Temple Srisailam Andhra Pradesh
Mahakaleshwar Ujjain Madhya Pradesh
Omkareshwar Khandwa Madhya Pradesh
Baidyanath Dham Deoghar Jharkhand
Bhimashankar Pune Maharashtra
Ramanathaswamy Rameshwaram Tamil Nadu
Nageshwar Jyotirlinga Dwarka Gujarat
Kashi Vishwanath Varanasi Uttar Pradesh
Trimbakeshwar Temple Nashik Maharashtra
Kedarnath Temple Kedarnath Uttarakhand
Grishneshwar Temple Aurangabad Maharashtra

how many jyotirlinga in india?

There are 12 Jyotirlingas in India: 5 Jyotirlingas in Maharashtra, 2 Jyotirlingas in Gujarat, 2 Jyotirlingas in Madhya Pradesh, and the remaining 5 in states such as
Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Jharkhand.

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