Nushratt Bharuccha’s controversy brings focus back to Mahakal Temple: Explore nearby places and history
New Delhi: Bollywood actor Nushratt Bharuccha’s recent visit to the Mahakal or Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain has sparked discussion on social media, drawing renewed public attention to one of Hindu culture’s most revered shrines. The Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is deeply rooted in ancient legends mentioned in the Puranas, where Shiva appeared as Mahakal to protect devotees from demonic forces in the sacred city of Avantika.
Beyond the headlines and debates, Mahakaleshwar Temple remains a powerful spiritual centre with centuries of layered history. The temple has faced destruction and reconstruction over time, including damage during the 13th century, before being rebuilt in its present form in 1734 by........





















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