Omkareshwar Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Pilgrimage Getaway For Elderly

Posted on August 26, 2022

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Omkareshwar Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Pilgrimage Getaway For Elderly

Omkareshwar temple is always a place full of devotees and primarily senior citizens. Additionally, Omkareshwar Mahakaleshwar, is a home of one of the12 jyotirlings. It is one of the most visited pilgrimages located in the Indian city of Ujjain, indore. In the Narmada River, on an island known as Mandhata or Shivapuri, is the sacred town of Omkareshwar situated. Interestingly, the shape of this sacred town is aum shape and this is due to the confluence of two valleys and a central pool of Narmada waters, this beautifully carved “OM” shape island resembles the Hindu sign "OM," and that is why the name of this island is Omkara.

Moreover, the village is well-known for its majestic "Jhula Pul" hanging bridge over the Narmada River, which leads to the Mandhata Temple, as well as for being a popular pilgrimage site for Hindus. Omkareshwar is home to several magnificent sites. Tourists of all hues will be enthralled by its rich cultural heritage and undeniable tranquility-inspiring landscape.

Don't forget to include this on your bucket list whether you're organising a trip for your guardian or for yourself as well. As Omkareshwar is the most adoring location for older persons, young people are also drawn to this serene location by its eternity and calm.


History of this magnificent place:

Omkareshwar Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Pilgrimage Getaway For Elderly


“Devon ke dev Mahadev”, jai mahakal, Omakreshwar mahakal, a place where mahakal first emerged after tearing away the earth. And this location has a fascinating history, according to the Shiva Purana, the Jyotirlinga temples have a fascinating mythology relating to a battle between Lord Brahma and Lord Vishnu for sovereignty, both Lord approach Lord Shiva to demonstrate their superiority. Lord Shiva then assumes the shape of an unending column of light and commands both lord to locate the roots. However, neither Lord Vishnu nor Lord Brahma was able to locate the roots of the columns. Therefore, Jyotirlinga are the temples dedicated to Lord Shiva where he first manifested as a blazing column of light.

Additionally, at this location, King Mandhata is said to have worshipped Lord Shiva. Shiva, who was moved by his devotion, granted him a darshan, bestowed his eternal light, and continued to exist in this place as Omkareshwar. The peak is thereafter given the name Omkar-Mandhata. According to a different mythology, Vindya, the god who rules over the Vindhyachal mountain ranges, worshipped Lord Shiva to atone for the crimes he had done. He used clay and sand to make a holy Lingam. Lord Shiva appeared to him in two forms—Omkareshwar and Amareshwar—impressed by the adoration. According to the third tale from Hindu texts, there was once a tremendous battle between gods and devils, which the demons ultimately triumphed. The gods suffered a severe setback as a result, and they appealed to Lord Shiva. In response to their prayers, Lord Shiva manifested as Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga and vanquished the danavas, or demons.


Best time to visit Omkareshwar Mahakaleshwar:

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October to March is the ideal season to travel to Omkareshwar for sightseeing due to the splendid and temperate weather. However, as the town experiences largely ordinary rainfall, one can also visit during the monsoons. The Maha Shivratri holiday season makes the town even more alluring. Since the summer days are long and hot, it is challenging for tourists to explore the city.


Guidelines for senior citizens to visit Mahakaleshwar:

  • The proper attire for Bhasma arti and conducting any puja in the main temple is a saree for women and a dhoti for yourself (you may choose dhoti pants as well since they are more comfortable).
  • After your morning shower, head to the 7-8 other temples at the Mamleshwar temple, which is an old temple on one side of the river. The jyotirlinga is the same even if the temples of Omkareshwar and Mamleshwar are two separate entities.
  • Don’t forget to carry umbrella/rain coat if you are visiting in the month of September.
  • If you are diabetic carry your own food item as there are no restaurants on the Omkareshwar side of temples.
  • Prepare yourself accordingly before visiting temple as it will take more than an hour for live darshan.
  • Carry extra clothes for a cold dip on Narmada Ghat on Omkareshwar.

Visit GoldenAgers.in for a complete explanation and package information with amenities for older folks; we have organised a vacation for you and are taking care of your comforts at a very affordable price.


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