12 Jyotirlingas In India That Every Lord Shiva Devotee Must Visit

By Archisha Yadav | August 13, 2024

Located in Gujarat, Somnath is the first among the twelve Jyotirlingas. It's believed to have been rebuilt multiple times and is a symbol of resilience and devotion.

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Somnath Jyotirlinga  

Situated in Andhra Pradesh, this Jyotirlinga is on the Srisailam Mountain. It holds great spiritual significance and is surrounded by the beautiful Nallamala hills.

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Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga  

Located in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, Mahakaleshwar is known for its unique Bhasma Aarti. It is one of the most revered Shiva temples in India.

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Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga

Situated on the Mandhata island in Madhya Pradesh, Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga is named after its Om-shaped island. It’s a major pilgrimage site on the Narmada River.

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Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga

Set in the Himalayas of Uttarakhand, Kedarnath is one of the holiest pilgrimage sites. The temple is accessible only for six months due to extreme weather conditions.

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Kedarnath Jyotirlinga

Located near Pune in Maharashtra, Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga is surrounded by dense forests. It is also known for its natural beauty and is a popular trekking destination.

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Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga

Situated in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, Kashi Vishwanath is one of the most famous Jyotirlingas. The temple is on the banks of the Ganges and is a major spiritual hub.

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Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga 

Located in Nashik, Maharashtra, Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga is near the source of the Godavari River. The temple is known for its unique architecture and sacred rituals.

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Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga

Situated in Deoghar, Jharkhand, Vaidyanath is believed to be one of the most powerful Jyotirlingas. It is associated with the healing powers of Lord Shiva.

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Vaidyanath Jyotirlinga

Located near Dwarka in Gujarat, Nageshwar Jyotirlinga is considered a protector from all poisons. The temple stands on the coast of the Saurashtra region.

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Nageshwar Jyotirlinga

Situated on Rameswaram Island in Tamil Nadu, this Jyotirlinga is closely associated with the Ramayana. The temple is a significant pilgrimage site for Hindus.

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Rameshwar Jyotirlinga

Located near Ellora in Maharashtra, Grishneshwar is the twelfth Jyotirlinga. It is the smallest among the Jyotirlingas but holds great spiritual importance.

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Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga