More About Maa Gadhkalika Shaktipeeth

When Lord Shiva performed the Tandav dance after the self-immolation of Sati, her body parts scattered across various locations, and this site became one of the 51 Shaktipeeths. the temple is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas where the upper lip of goddess Sati fell here. The Gadkalika Temple holds tremendous religious significance, especially among students as it is believed to be the place where Kalidas worshipped Maa Gadkalika, and gained knowledge. The legend goes that the great poet Kalidasa was originally uneducated, but with his great devotion to the goddess Kalika, he acquired unparalleled literary skills. Here, Goddess Gadhkalika , symbolizing bliss and spiritual well-being, is worshipped, offering peace, happiness, and divine protection to her devotees.

How to reach Maa Gadhkalika Shaktipeeth?

• By Air Fly to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport, Indore. From Indore, hire a taxi or take a bus to Ujjain.
• By Train The nearest station is Ujjain Junction. From there, take a taxi, auto-rickshaw, or bus to the temple.
• By Road Ujjain is well-connected by road to major cities in Madhya Pradesh and nearby states. Buses and taxis are available for travel.

Maa Gadhkalika Shaktipeeth Services

Darshan Tickets Entry is free, but special tickets for quicker access may be available during busy times.

Puja Services Archana, Maha Aarti, and Kalash Puja can be booked at the temple or online.

Online Booking Available for puja and darshan through the official website or local agents.

Maa Gadhkalika Shaktipeeth Aarti Timings

• Morning Aarti 06:00 am
• Evening Aarti 07:00 pm

Tourist Places

Tourist Places Near Gadhkalika Shaktipeeth

• Jantar Mantar
• Mahakal Lok
• Triveni Sangrahalaya
• Ram Ghat

Other Religious Places Near Gadhkalika Shaktipeeth

• Mangalnath Temple
• Chintaman Ganesh Temple
• Bade Ganeshji Ka Mandir
• Gopal Mandir
• Mahakaleshwar Temple
• Kaal Bhairav Temple
• Harsiddhi Temple

Local Food Speciality of Gadhkalika Shaktipeeth

• Poha
• Jalebi
• Sabudana Khichdi
• Indori Poha
• Kachori
• Dal Baati