Kal Bhairav Temple is located in Ujjain city of Madhya Pradesh, India. This temple is dedicated to Kal Bhairav, the patron deity of the city. Situated on the banks of river Shipra, it is one of the most active temples in the city, attracting hundreds of devotees every day. Liquor is one of the offerings made to the temple deity. The temple is also a popular destination during the annual
Maha Kumbh Mela held in Ujjain, which is visited by pilgrims from all over India.
History and Architecture of Kal Bhairav Temple Ujjain
This temple is dedicated to Kalabhairava. The image of the deity is of a face in the form of a rock painted with kumkuma or vermillion. The silver head of the deity is decorated with a Maratha-style turban, a tradition dating back to the days of Mahadji Shinde. Worship of Ashta Bhairava (\"Eight Bhairava\") is a part of the Shaiva tradition, and Kal Bhairava is considered their chief.
The present temple structure was built on the remains of an older temple. The original temple is believed to have been built by an unknown king named Bhadrasen. The present temple structure reflects Maratha influence. A replica of the temple has been installed on the Bhuj-Mundra road in Gujarat. Liquor is offered to the temple deity as one of the five Tantric rituals. In olden times, all five offerings were offered to the deity, but now only wine is offered; The other four offerings are in the form of symbolic rituals.
Outside the temple, vendors sell baskets of offerings, which contain coconuts, flowers and a bottle of wine. In 2015, the state government set up liquor counters outside the temple to ensure that devotees are not cheated by unlicensed sellers of liquor.
Devotees hand the wine bottles to the priest, who pours the wine into a saucer. He then prays and takes the saucer to the lips of the deity, which has a slit. He tilts the plate slightly and the wine begins to disappear. About one-third of the bottle is returned to the devotee as prasad.
Timings to Visit Kal Bhairav Temple Ujjain
Kal Bhairav Temple is open throughout the week and darshan timings are from 6 am to 9 pm. Morning Aarti time is 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM. Evening Aarti time is 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
Major Festivals in Kalabhairava Temple Ujjain
Maha Shivratri, Kal Bhairav Jayanti and every Monday during Sawan are the major festivals in Kal Bhairav Temple, Ujjain. It is believed that the devotees who come to Kal Bharva temple to worship Bhairav, must participate in the aarti/puja ritual.
How to reach Kalbhairav Temple Ujjain
Kal Bhairav Temple is located in Ujjain city of Madhya Pradesh. The place is very well connected by road and Ujjain Railway Station is the nearest railway station. Which is 7 kilometers away from the temple. Indore Airport is 70 km from Kal Bhairav Temple.
Personal Experience:
❀ It is believed that whoever visits
Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga in Ujjain, it is mandatory for him to visit Kal Bhairav Temple after that.
❀ There is a long wait for darshan, especially on Mondays. The spiritual experience increases as you get closer to the temple. You also forget about stress.
Popular Name: Bhagwan Kaal Bhairav