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Situated on the banks of the Shipra, regarded since time immemorial as sacred, Ujjain is a cultural splendour in Madhya Pradesh.The ancient name of Ujjain was Ujjayini. According to legends, the Shiva of Avanti solemnized his victory over the demon-ruler of Tripura and changed the name of his capital, Avantipura to Ujjayini The meaning of Ujjaini is one who conquers with pride.

History of Ujjain
During the time of Buddha, Ujjaini was the capital of Avanti Kingdom. It was also the residence of Emperor Ashoka. The city was ruled by the Sungas and the Satavahanas in the Post- Mauryan period. After the end of the Satavahana dynasty, the city was retained by the Sakas from the 2nd to the 4th century CE. The Sakas were later conquered by the Guptas.

Ujain was the traditional capital of King Chandragupta II(Vikramaditya). During the 6th and 7th centuries, Ujjain was a major mathematical and astronomical research centre where Brahmaputra, Varahamihira and Bhaskaracharya were worked.

In 1235 Iltutmish invaded Ujjain. Later Akbar made it the capital of Malwa. During the last half of 18th century Ujjain was the headquarters of Sindhias (the Maraths leader) who established themselves at Gwalior later. Till independence Ujjain was a part of Gwalior state. Gwalior state became the princely state of the British Raj after its defeat in the Third Anglo-Maratha War. After 1947, Ujjain became a part of the Madhya Bharat state and in 1956, Madhya Bharat merged into the Madhya Pradesh state.

Bade Ganeshji Ka Mandir

One of the most revered historical landmarks of Ujjain, this temple is dedicated to the Hindu deity of Wisdom and Prosperity, 'Ganesha' and is situated near the reservoir of the Mahakaleshwar temple. It enshrines a large ornate idol of the God, which is believed to be one of His largest sculptured images. The place also harbors the only 'panchmukhi' (five-faced) statue of Lord 'Hanuman' inside it. Today, the temple is also a popular training center for imparting education on astrology and the Sanskrit language.

Mahakaleshwar Temple

This famous Shiva temple is consecrated as one of the twelve 'jyotirlingas' in India. With its magnificent 'shikhara' and highly stylized facades, it evokes strong spiritual sentiments and is a place of arcane awe and reverence among the people.

Unlike usual 'lingams', which are ritually established and bestowed with Divine powers with the help of 'mantras' and 'shlokas', the 'shivalingam' of this temple is believed to be 'swayambhu' (born of itself). The temple is divided into five levels and houses sculptured idols of various Hindu deities, along with Shiva.

Gadkalika temple

Situated about 2 miles from Ujjain, Gadkalika temple is located near the Bhartrihari Caves. This ancient temple is dedicated to the Hindu Goddess Kaali. It is believed that the poet Kalidasa worshipped the image of Kaali present in this shrine. The temple was renovated by the Indian emperor Harshavardhana, in the 7 AD, and later by the Parmers. In modern times, the temple has undergone some amount of refurbishing, under the erstwhile Gwalior state.

Surface
Good motorable roads connect Ujjain with Ahmedabad (402 km), Bhopal (183 km), Bombay (655 km), Delhi (774 km), Gwalior (451 km), Indore (53 km), Khajuraho (570 km), Mandu (158 km)

Train
Ujjain is an important railway station on the Western Railway network and connected with most of the major cities in India.

Air
The nearest airport is at Indore, 55 km away, is connected by air to Bhopal, Bombay, Delhi and Gwalior.

Shipra Hotel

Shipra Hotel is located on University Road, near Madhav club, Ujjain. The hotel is 70 km away from Indore Airport. The nearest railhead is Ujjain Railway Station, which is 0.5 km away. The nearest Bus station is Ujjain Bus Depot and it is 1 km away.

Address
University Road, Near Madhav Club, Ujjain
Madhya Pradesh – 456010 India

Anand Palace Hotel

Anand Palace Hotel is located near Nana Kheda Bus Stand, Ujjain. The hotel is 60 km away from Indore Airport. The nearest railhead is Ujjain Railway Station, which is 2.5 km away. The nearest Bus station is Ujjain Bus Depot and it is 2.5 km away.

Address : 3/8,Nana Kheda Bus Stand, Nanakheda, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh - 456001

Welcome Heritage Fort Amla

Fort Amla is Welcome Heritage hotel on Ujjain-Dhar Road (45 kms from Ujjain and 110 kms from Indore. The fort is located on the outer western side of the village and has a panoramic view of the fields in the west. On the eastern and southern sides the fort is flanked by the village and has a clear view of the village chowk and the activities therein.
Address : VPO Amla, Via Barnagar, Ujjain
Madhya Pradesh – 45600, India

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