Gadh
Kalika Mata Temple, Ujjain,
Madhya Pradesh
Gadh Kalika Mata Temple is a Hindu Temple
dedicated to Goddess Sakthi located at Ujjain City in Ujjain District in Madhya Pradesh State of India. The
Temple is also known as Bhairav Parvat Sakthi Peeth. It is located on the Bhairav
Hills on the banks of the River Shipra in the city of Ujjain. Locals call this
temple as Gadh Kalika Mata Temple. This Temple is considered as one among the revered
51 Shakthi Peeth.
Legends
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History
The constructional history of
the Temple is buried in times. This temple was renovated by Harshvardhan in the
7th century AD, and again during the Paramara period. The temple has
been rebuilt in the modern times by the erstwhile Gwalior State.
The Temple
The structure of the temple is
made with the use of unique colourful stones. The Temple is dedicated to Maa
Avanti / Avantika. The idol of Devi Avanti is always adorned with a red sari as
the colour red is considered sacred by married women in India. Bhairava
associated with this Temple is Lambkarna.
Festivals
Ujjain is famous for many
festivals and the Kumbha mela. Shri Avanti Devi temple is also part of the
celebration that is carried on in Ujjain. Specific to this temple, Shivaratri
and Navratri are celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm.
Prayers
People pray to the Goddess for
fulfilment their wishes and to gain prosperity.
Connectivity
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Location
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