Omkareshwar Temple is a sacred Hindu site located on Mandhata Island in the Khandwa district of Madhya Pradesh, India. It’s one of the 12 revered Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, situated on the banks of the Narmada River, where the island is naturally shaped like the holy ‘Om’ symbol.
Temple Details
- Location: Mandhata Island, Khandwa District, Madhya Pradesh
- Main Deity: Lord Shiva (as Omkareshwar)
- Architecture Style: Nagara Style Architecture
- Significance: One of the 12 Jyotirlingas
Temple Timings and Darshan
- Darshan Hours: 5:00 AM to 9:30 PM
- Approximate Visit Duration: 1 to 3 hours
- Entry Charges: Free Entry
- Special Darshan Ticket: ₹300 (allows faster entry without waiting in line)
Pooja Services and Rituals
- Shiv Abhishek: Holy water offering to Lord Shiva (₹1500)
- Mahamrityunjaya Jap: 21,000 sacred chants for well-being (₹7500)
- Narmada Aarti: Evening aarti on the banks of Narmada River (₹1100)
- Deep Daan Seva: Lamp offering for spiritual blessings (₹1151)
- Annadan Seva: Food donation for devotees (₹1100 - ₹11000)
Temple History and Legends
- The temple has ancient roots mentioned in various Puranas, including Skanda Purana and Shiva Purana.
- According to legend, the demon king Vindhya worshiped Lord Shiva, who appeared as a Jyotirlinga and promised to stay there forever.
How to Reach
- Nearest Railway Station: Omkareshwar Road Railway Station (12 km from the temple)
- Major Trains Stop At: Khandwa Railway Station
- By Road: Omkareshwar is well-connected by road, and buses run frequently between Omkareshwar and other regions of the state and nation ¹ ².
Additional Information
- Best Time to Visit: October to March or during festivals like Mahashivratri, Kartik Poornima, and Shravan Month.
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