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Family-Friendly 4-Day Itinerary for Ujjain in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Mahakaleshwar Temple
    10 minutes (2.3 km) from Hotel Shanti Palace

    In the morning, visit the Mahakaleshwar Temple, a famous Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas in India and is known for its unique Bhasma Aarti ritual where ashes are used as a part of the worship. In the afternoon, head to Kal Bhairav Temple, a small temple known for its unique idol of Lord Bhairav with a mustache. In the evening, stroll along the Ram Ghat on the Shipra River and enjoy the sunset.

  2. Day 2: Kaliadeh Palace and Ved Shala Observatory
    25 minutes (7.5 km) from Hotel Shanti Palace

    In the morning, visit the Kaliadeh Palace, a beautiful palace located on an island in the Shipra River. After that, head to Ved Shala Observatory, which has ancient astronomical instruments used by Hindu scholars to study the movement of celestial bodies. In the afternoon, take a boat ride on the Shipra River and enjoy the scenic views. In the evening, visit the Harsiddhi Temple, dedicated to the goddess Harsiddhi.

  3. Day 3: Sandipani Ashram and Mangalnath Temple
    20 minutes (6.8 km) from Hotel Shanti Palace

    Start your day by visiting the Sandipani Ashram, a beautiful ashram located on the outskirts of Ujjain. This ashram is believed to be the place where Lord Krishna and Sudama received their education from Guru Sandipani. After that, head to Mangalnath Temple, dedicated to the planet Mars. This temple is located on a hill and offers panoramic views of Ujjain. In the afternoon, visit the Vikram Kirti Mandir, a museum dedicated to the life and times of King Vikramaditya. In the evening, enjoy some street food at the Chhapan Dukan area.

  4. Day 4: Bhartrihari Caves and Siddhavat
    30 minutes (8.1 km) from Hotel Shanti Palace

    In the morning, visit the Bhartrihari Caves, located on the banks of the Shipra River. These caves are named after the famous poet Bhartrihari who is believed to have meditated here. After that, head to Siddhavat, a sacred banyan tree where it is believed that Lord Rama and his brother Laxman rested during their exile. In the afternoon, visit the Kalideh Palace once again, this time for a light and sound show. In the evening, head back to the hotel for some rest and relaxation.

Recommendations

Don't miss the opportunity to attend the Simhastha Kumbh Mela, a major Hindu festival that takes place every twelve years in Ujjain. The festival attracts millions of visitors from all over the world. Another nearby attraction worth visiting is the city of Indore, which is known for its street food and historical monuments.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mahakaleshwar Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Kal Bhairav Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Boat ride on Shipra River (1 hour, INR 200 per person)
  • Kaliadeh Palace (2 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • Ved Shala Observatory (1 hour, INR 20 per person)
  • Harsiddhi Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Sandipani Ashram (2 hours, Free)
  • Mangalnath Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Vikram Kirti Mandir (2 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • Chhapan Dukan (1 hour, INR 200 per person for street food)
  • Bhartrihari Caves (2 hours, Free)
  • Siddhavat (1 hour, Free)
  • Kalideh Palace Light and Sound Show (1 hour, INR 100 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 620 per person
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