A Day of Adventure in Ujjain

1. 8:00 AM: Mahakaleshwar Temple
   Get an early start at the ancient temple that sits on the banks of River Kshipra. See the 21 feet lingam of Lord Shiva and witness the morning aarti.
   Note: The temple opens at 4:00 AM, closes from 12:30 PM-1:30 PM, and closes for visitors at 9:30 PM
2. 10:00 AM: Kal Bhairav Temple
   Next venture to the temple dedicated to one of Lord Shiva's terrifying forms, Kal Bhairav. The temple is distinctive for its silver bells, which are offered by devotees seeking the Lord's blessings.
   Note: This temple is open from 5:00 AM to 11:30 PM
   Estimated time from last location: 30 minutes by car
3. 12:00 PM: Kaliadeh Palace
   Head to the bank of the Shipra river and the picturesque Kaliadeh Palace. Admire the architecture while enjoying local street food.
   Note: The palace is open from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM
   Estimated time from last location: 20 minutes by car
4. 2:00 PM: Rumi Nath Palace
   Next, visit the Rumi Nath Palace, an eighteenth-century palace originally built by the Scindias. The palace has now been converted to a museum that showcases sculptures, weapons and other artifacts from the Maratha and Mughal periods.
   Note: The palace is open from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, closed on Mondays.
   Estimated time from last location: 20 minutes by car
5. 4:00 PM: Sandipani Ashram
   End the day with a visit to the Sandipani Ashram. The ashram is known for beautifully manicured gardens, disciples of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's "Art of Living" courses and various yoga and meditation sessions.
   Note: The ashram is open from 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
   Estimated time from last location: 25 minutes by car

Time and Cost Estimates

• Mahakaleshwar Temple (2 hours, free)
• Kal Bhairav Temple (1 hour, free)
• Kaliadeh Palace (1 hour, 200 INR)
• Rumi Nath Palace (2 hours, 200 INR)
• Sandipani Ashram (1 hour, free)
• Total Estimated Costs: 400 INR

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, take a trip to the nearby town of Maheshwar and its renowned handloom sarees. You could also venture toward the Omkareshwar temple. However, if pressed for time, skipping Kaliadeh Palace can lead to sufficient time being spent in Ujjain.