Khandwa Omkareshwar Mahadev Temple – Guide
Omkareshwar Mahadev Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, is situated on Shivpuri and Mandhata island near Narmada river in Khandwa district of Madhya Pradesh state. This temple is even more special because one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga is established here. It is said that at this place the Narmada river itself flows in the shape of ‘Om’.
History of this Temple
According to historical evidence found in the year 1063, King Udayaditya had installed four stones, which had stotrams written in Sanskrit language. After this, in 1195, Raja Bharat Singh Chauhan got this place rebuilt. After this Mandhata was ruled by Sindhis, Malwa, Parmar. In the year 1824, this area was handed over to the British Government. According to the historical evidence found in relation to Khandwa Omkareshwar Mahadev Temple, it is considered to be about 5500 years old from today. We find description about Omkareshwara Temple in Puranas as well, in this way we can get an idea of its antiquity.
Khandwa Omkareshwar Mahadev Temple is situated at the confluence of Narmada and Kaveri rivers. Let us inform that two Jyotirlingas are established in Omkareshwar, one is Mamleshwar Jyotirlinga and one is Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga. Omkareshwar is located between Mandhata mountain and Shivpuri while Mamleshwar Jyotirlinga is situated on the southern bank.
Khandwa Omkareshwar Mahadev Temple opens at 5:00 AM in the morning and close at 9:30 PM in the evening. Morning aarti is performed at 5:30 AM in the morning and evening aarti is performed at 8:20 PM in the evening.
| Saturday | 05:00 AM to 09:30 PM, Aarti: 05:30 AM & 08:20 PM |
| Sunday | 05:00 AM to 09:30 PM, Aarti: 05:30 AM & 08:20 PM |
| Monday | 05:00 AM to 09:30 PM, Aarti: 05:30 AM & 08:20 PM |
| Tuesday | 05:00 AM to 09:30 PM, Aarti: 05:30 AM & 08:20 PM |
| Wednesday | 05:00 AM to 09:30 PM, Aarti: 05:30 AM & 08:20 PM |
| Thursday | 05:00 AM to 09:30 PM, Aarti: 05:30 AM & 08:20 PM |
| Friday | 05:00 AM to 09:30 PM, Aarti: 05:30 AM & 08:20 PM |
Kedareshwar Temple
Built in the 11th century, Kedareshwar Temple is one of the most famous temples in Madhya Pradesh. This temple is 4km away from omkareshwar temple.
Siddhanath Temple
Siddhanath Temple is built 13th century. This temple is located near Omkar Mandhata Temple is also an important temple.
Govinda Bhagavatpada Cave
This is the cave where Guru Shankaracharya learned his lessons from the Govinda Bhagavatpada Granth. This cave is just few kms away from omkareshwar temple.
Mamleshwar Jyotirling
Mamleshwar Jyotirling temple is dedicated to lord Shiva. This temple is 2 km away from Omkareshwar temple.
Kajal Rani Caves
Located just 8 km from Omkareshwar Temple, Kajal Rani Cave is a beautiful place.
Gauri Somnath Temple
This temple is dedicated to lord Shiva and maa Parvati. This temple is located at 0.6 km away from Omkareshwar temple.
How to reach Khandwa Omkareshwar Mahadev Temple
By Air- The nearest airport from Khandwa Omkareshwar Mahadev Temple is Indore airport which is at a distance of 77 km away from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.
By Train- The nearest railway station from Khandwa Omkareshwar Mahadev Temple is Mortakka Railway Station which is at a distance of 12 km away from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.
By Road- Roads to this temple are well connected with the other cities of the country so you can easily reach this temple by using your own vehicle or by any public buses or taxi from any part of the country.
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