Ujjain – Famous for Kumbh Mela
Ujjain is well visited ancient city located in the Malwa region in the state of Madhya Pradesh. The city is also known as Ujain, Avanti, Ujjayini and also Avantikapuri. It is a pious place distinctly located on the bank of Shipra river. The city bears a historical value. This old city is presently served as the administrative centre of Ujjain District and Ujjain Division. The city is well mentioned in the epic Mahabharata. Legend suggests that it was the capital of the Avanti Kingdom and the city is revered as one of the seven sacred cities of the Hindus. Once the city was ruled by the Chandragupta II. Based on a mythological story related to the legend of Sagar Manthan, Ujjain got one drop of nectar during the combat of the gods and the demons. For that Ujjain is defined as the most spiritual place and a well visited pilgrimage destination in India. The place boasts of Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, one of the twelve religious Jyotirlinga shrines of the god Shiva and it is believed that here Lord Krishna along with and Sudama and Balarama got education from Maharshi Sandipani. The place is also famous for Kumbh Mela, a famous religious congregation that is held in every 12 years. The place finds its mention in the Vedas and historical legends says that two parts of Skanda Purana were possibly composed here. The prominent names like Ashoka, Brahmagupta, Varahamihira, Kalidasa and Vikramaditya are closely associated with this venerable city. The place is considered the Greenwich of India as the first meridian of longitude crosses through it. The main river Shipra is also regarded as a holy river as it is believed to have originated due to the time of Sagar Manthan. It is a cultural city and offers a unique charm well blended with the old cultural heritage and modern scape. The place is dotted with many ruined structures, old sculptures and monasteries. This place was highly influenced by the illustrious rulers of Mauryan Empire and Gupta dynasty. During the time of Gupta dynasty is regarded as the golden period of India. It is believed that Buddhism was developed here in the 4th century. The city still holds a mystic environs as it was a well marked place of many of great poets and astronomers ., Mahakaleshwar Temple, Gomti Kund, Bhartruhari Caves, Pir Matsyendranath, Sandipani Ashram, Patal Bhairav Temple, Sandipani Ashram, Kalideh Palace, Ram Janardhan Mandir, Chaubis Khamba Temple, , Kal Bhairav Temple, Ankapata, Siddhavat, Ram Mandir Ghat and Gopal Mandir are some most visited attractions to visit. Mahakaleshwar Temple is the most important shrines of this place. The temple contains many prominent deities like, Ganesh, Omkareshwars Shiva, Kartikeya, Parvati, and also Shiva’s Bull-Nandi. The Vedha Shala is a well visited place and make Ujjain a note worthy place in the aspect of astronomy. The place is known for astronomical studies as it boasts an observatory built by Raja Jai Singh, a great patronizer of astronomy. Vikram University and Kalidasa Academy, a focal center of Sanskrit are highly marked for its cultural activities. For information about online hotel booking hotel information hotel booking and you can book best Hotels in India
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