12 Jyotirlinga Temples tour package offered by Star India Tours
1. Somnath Jyotirlinga (Gujarat)
Location: Prabhas Patan, near Veraval in Saurashtra, Gujarat.
Highlight: The first among the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva. Known for its rich history, being destroyed and rebuilt several times, the current structure is a symbol of resilience and faith.
2. Nageshwar Jyotirlinga (Gujarat)
Location: Near Dwarka in Gujarat.
Highlight: Believed to protect devotees from poison and curses. The temple features a giant statue of Lord Shiva and is situated close to the holy city of Dwarka.
3. Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga (Maharashtra)
Location: Pune District, Maharashtra.
Highlight: Located in the Sahyadri hills, it is surrounded by dense forests and is a haven for nature lovers. The temple is an architectural marvel with Nagara style structures.
4. Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga (Maharashtra)
Location: Near Nashik in Maharashtra.
Highlight: Known for its unique Lingam that embodies the trinity of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. The temple is near the source of the Godavari River, adding to its sanctity.
5. Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga (Maharashtra)
Location: Near Ellora in Maharashtra.
Highlight: The temple is close to the famous Ellora Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is also the last of the 12 Jyotirlingas mentioned in the Shiva Purana.
6. Omkareshwar and Mamleshwar Jyotirlingas (Madhya Pradesh)
Location: Mandhata Island on the Narmada River, Madhya Pradesh.
Highlight: The temple is shaped like the Hindu symbol ‘Om’. It’s one of the holiest riverside pilgrimages.
7. Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga (Madhya Pradesh)
Location: Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh.
Highlight: Known for its Bhasm Aarti, a unique ritual where the deity is covered with sacred ash. The temple is also one of the 18 Maha Shakti Peethas.
8. Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga (Uttar Pradesh)
Location: Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh.
Highlight: Situated on the western bank of the holy river Ganga, the temple is a central part of Shiva worship in India and a must-visit for spiritual enlightenment.
9. Kedarnath Jyotirlinga (Uttarakhand)
Location: Kedarnath in Uttarakhand.
Highlight: Located in the Himalayas, it is accessible by a steep trek. The temple’s high altitude and scenic beauty add to its spiritual aura.
10. Baidyanath Jyotirlinga (Jharkhand)
Location: Deoghar in Jharkhand.
Highlight: Also known as Vaidyanath, it is believed to be where Ravana worshipped Lord Shiva to get blessings. It is one of the most revered Shiva temples.
11. Rameshwar Jyotirlinga (Tamil Nadu)
Location: Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu.
Highlight: One of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites. The temple corridor is famous for being the longest in the world. The sacred wells inside the temple premises are another significant aspect.
12. Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga (Andhra Pradesh)
Location: Srisailam in Andhra Pradesh.
Highlight: Located in the Nallamala hills, the temple is known for its picturesque surroundings and rich history. It is also one of the 18 Shakti Peethas.