Maha Shivratri: 9 Days Shiv Navratri Celebration at Ujjain

Maha Shivratri—the festival of Lord Shiva. As we know, this festival is celebrated all over India. Devotees of Shivji are eagerly waiting for this day. In Ujjain, at the Shree Mahakaleshwar Temple, Shivratri is celebrated with a grand celebration of 9 days before it, from 18th February 2025, to 26th February 2025.

Shivratri is one of the best festivals celebrated in Ujjain. You should experience it once in your life because it is the only Shiva temple where this festival is celebrated for 9 days.

Do you know that the Mahakaleshwar Lingam is self-manifested? Yes, the Shivling is Svayambhu (self-manifested). The temple becomes divine and energetic at the time of Mahashivratri.

Mahashivratri 2025 Celebration at Ujjain

Various rituals and programs are going to be performed during the 9-day Shivnavratri Utsav, which is scheduled to start at the Mahakaleshwar Temple on account of Maha Shivratri. There will be a grand celebration of Shiv Ratri 2025 in Ujjain at Mahakaleshwar Jyotirling.

9 days before Shivratri, devotees impress Shivji with Abhishek and mantra. Devotees also use Shringar to show Lord Shiva and its highlights and story.

On the last day, Panchamrit Abhishek and Bhasmarti are done at Mahakaleshwar Temple. A large number of devotees come during these 9 days, especially on Maha Shivratri.

Online Puja Booking in Ujjain

While visiting temples, you can also book your puja at Ujjain in advance by YatraDham.org. Check out the button below to book Puja right now. Some of very famous pujas in Ujjain are as follows. Devotees prfer to do Panchamrut Abhishek Puja in Ujjain in the time of Shiv Ratri.

• Mangalnath Mangal Bhat Puja
• Panchamrut Abhishek
• Laghu Rudra Abhishek
• Kaal Sarp Dosha Puja
• Guru Chandal Dosh Puja

Mahakaleshwar Photos

9 Days Shringar of Lord Shiva at Mahakaleshwar Temple

Explore the 9 days of Lord Shiva’s beautiful Shringar at Mahakaleshwar Temple during Shivnavratri.

• Day 1 – Mahadev
• Day 2 – Sheshnaag Shringar
• Day 3 – Ghatatop
• Day 4 – Chabhina
• Day 5 – Holkar Tradition
• Day 6 – Manmahesh
• Day 7 – Uma-Mahesh
• Day 8 – Shiv Tandav
• Day 9 – Bhasma Aarti Shringar

Day 1 – Beginning of Shiv Navratri

Shiva Navratri begins on the first day with Baba Mahakal being decorated with sandalwood and turmeric being applied to him.

Day 2 – Sheshnath

Baba Mahakal is decorated in the form of Sheshnag on the second day and gives darshan to the devotees in the form of Sheshnag.

Day 3 – Ghataatop Roop

On the third day, Lord Mahakaleshwar will appear as an overcast figure to the devotees.

Day 4 – Chhabina

Baba Mahakal is decorated in the form of Chhabina, a young form. Lord Mahakaleshwar looks like a prince on the fourth day.

Day 5 – Holkar Traditions

On the fifth day, Lord Mahakaleshwar is decorated with Holkar traditions.

Day 6 – Manmahesh

On the sixth day, Baba Mahakal is decorated in the form of Lord Shiva as Manmahesh.

Day 7 – Uma-Mahesh

Baba Mahakal appears with Mata Parvati as Uma-Mahesh. Devotees can see the forms of Mother Parvati and Mahakal Baba on this day.

Day 8 – Shiv Tandav

On the eighth day, Baba Mahakal appears to the devotees as Shiva Tandav, showing them the violent side of Mahakal.

Day 9 – Maha Shivratri

Mahakal is dressed up as a groom on the final day of Navratri. Baba is given a crown made of several quintals of flowers. The celebration of Shivratri 2025 will be started.

Mahakaleshwar Temple Darshan Booking

Also while visiting Ujjain, you can book your place for Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Bhasma Aarti online booking by YatraDham.Org.

Ujjain Tour Packages

Here you can book the whole package for Ujjain with the customization options of packages. Also, if you are planning to attend Shiv Navratri, then you will get the best services and guidance in every package by YatraDham.org.

Ujjain Omkareshwar tours in Standard and Deluxe Rooms are offered by YatraDham for easiness of devotees to do a memorable religious journey of Shiv Ratri 2025.

Distance to Ujjain From Different Cities

Here is the information regarding road distance from various cities to Ujjain.

Ujjain Mahashivratri Arrangements 2025

Here is the list of arrangements that are made for Shiv Navratri by Ujjain Municipal Corporation.

• Proper parking arrangement
• Quick and easy darshan
• First Aid facility
• Lost and Found Centre
• Drinking water
• Mobile Toilet
• Early darshan tickets and laddu prasad
• Temporary fire stations

Best Stay Options in Ujjain

Ujjain is the city of Lord Mahakal, where a large number of devotees visit and find their accommodation near the Mahakaleshwar Temple. Here is a list of some of the best accommodations that you should look out for the best stay in Ujjain for Shivratri. In the rush of Mahashivratri 2025, you should book your stay in advance for convenience.

• Agralok Dham
• Anjana Samaj Dharamshala
• Hotel Avantika Palace
• Trilokeshwar Mahadev Guest House
• Hotel Agrawal Lodge
• Hotel Mahakal Ashray

All the properties are attested and verified by YatraDhm.Org, so you can trust and book your stay for better choices and convenience.

Also, must read – the Best Places to Stay in Ujjain Near Mahakaleshwar Temple Blog for complete guidance by YatraDham.Org.

Places to Visit in Ujjain

If you are planning to visit Ujjain for Shiv Navratri, then you should include the below-listed places in your journey to make it more religious and memorable. If you are planning to take part in Mahashivratri 2025, then you can include the below listed temples in your pilgrimage.

• Kal Bhairav Temple
• Harsiddhi Mata Mandir
• Mangalnath Temple
• Dwarikadhish Temple.
• Chintaman Ganesh Temple
• Navgraha Shanidev Temple
• Gadkalika Mata Temple

For more details on Famous Places to Visit in Ujjain, open the given link for better understanding.

How to Reach Ujjain?

Here is the information regarding various modes of transportation, which you can choose according to your budget and convenience.

For information regarding train, flight, and bus details, check out How to Reach Ujjain?

By Rail

The most relevant and efficient way to reach Ujjain is by rail. The nearest railway station is Ujjain Junction Railway Station.

Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple is around 4.56 km away from the railway station. You can hire a shared auto or cab to reach the temple.

By Air

If you are planning to visit Ujjain Mahakaleshwar Temple by air, then Devi Ahilyabai Holker International Airport, Indore, will be the most suitable option for you.

The temple is around 58 km away from the airport. You can hire a private taxi from the airport to reach the temple.

By Road

Many devotees from various states, like, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra, prefer to visit Ujjain by road because of direct road connectivity and better road conditions.

Direct buses are also available from different places in Madhya Pradesh and nearby states to Ujjain.

Maha Shivratri Status Images

The greeting quote images for Mahashivratri are as below,

Check our latest blog on Shivratri Status Video and Images; Also check the Mahashivratri Fasting, Pooja and Story.