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Three day private tour include visit to 2 Joyotirlinga Temple namely Mahakaleshwar & Omkareshwar along with Maheshwar the temple town on the Narmada river bank & Mandu an ancient nicknamed as City of Joy. Transport by private AC car from arrival till departure, accompanied English speaking guide and monuments entrances are well included as part of package in this price.
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Duration: 3 days
Starts: Indore, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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Three day private tour include visit to 2 Joyotirlinga Temple namely Mahakaleshwar & Omkareshwar along with Maheshwar the temple town on the Narmada river bank & Mandu an ancient nicknamed as City of Joy. Transport by private AC car from arrival till departure, accompanied English speaking guide and monuments entrances are well included as part of package in this price.
Itinerary
Day 1: Indore – Mahakaleshwar – Indore (60kms/ 1.3hrs approx one way)
Stop At: Mahakaleshwar Temple, Kalanaur Town, Gurdaspur India
On arrival at Indore airport meet with your driver and guide and proceed to visit Mahakaleshwar Temple – one of the 12 jyotirlingas and among the most prominent temples in Ujjain, dedicated to Lord Shiva. The lingam (a symbolic representation of Lord Shiva) at Mahakaleshwar resides in a subterranean chamber and is believed to be swayambhu or self-manifested. The present temple is a five-storey structure and was constructed midway during the 18th century. Built in Bhumija, Chalukya and Maratha styles of architecture, the temple is an architectural marvel. Of note are its marble walkways that were restored in the latter half of the 19th century by the Scindias. Three floors of the building are occupied by lingams of Mahakalesvara, Omkaresvara and Nagachandresvara, respectively. The Nagachandresvara lingam is accessible for devotees only on the occasion of Naga Panchami. There is also a kunda (tank) in the premises called Koti Tirtha that has been built in the sarvatobhadra style. On the path from the stairs of the kunda to the temple you will come across several images of the original structure of the temple, reflecting its grandeur during the period of the Paramaras (9th and 14th centuries). Located near Rudra Sagar, the temple holds a special Bhasma Arti for which devotees gather here as early as 4 am. There is an enthusiastic vibe in the air and the lit diyas make for a stunning sight.
After sightseeing drive back to Ujjain check in at hotel.
Duration: 4 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.
Day 2: Indore – Omkareshwar – Maheshwar (145kms/ 3hrs approx)
Stop At: Omkareshwar, Omkareshwar, Khandwa District, Madhya Pradesh
Breakfast at hotel drive to visit Omkareshwar home to one of the 12 jyotirlinga temples in the world. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple is nestled in the Omkar mountain, an island in the middle of River Narmada. The temple has a large sabha mandap (prayer hall) standing on 60 brown huge stone pillars. The five storeys of the temple have different deities each and three prayer services are conducted in the temple everyday. While the morning prayer is done by the temple trust, the other two prayer meetings are held by the priests of the Holkar and Scindia states. The temple draws pilgrims in large numbers who also visit the nearby Mamleshwar temple. Taking a dip in the Narmada river before going inside the temple is considered auspicious. The ancient shivling in the temple is barricaded by a glass box to avoid destruction.
After sightseeing drive to Maheshwar check in at hotel.
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel
Day 3: Maheshwar & Mandu – Indore (135km/ 3hrs approx)
Stop At: Maheshwar, Maheshwar, Khargone District, Madhya Pradesh
Breakfast at hotel, visit Fort of Maheshwar the best example of ancient Indian material construction,war tactics & defence policy. It provides security to 2 sq kms area and was built during 4th to 5th century. The present structure belongs to 17th to 18th century. Though it is in ruined state now but it’s history is glorious due to its strategic importance. There are five main entrance & several rooms for watching soldiers. From the top of the fort worriers were kept ready with guns,canons & arrows to defeat enemy. It also has a five feet wide footpath to supervise the area around it. The monuments inside the fort are Rajbada (palace), Ahilyabai”s place of worship having golden jhula & Rajrajeshwar temple.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mandu, Mandu, Dhar District, Madhya Pradesh
Later drive to Mandu an ancient fort city surrounded by stone walls dotted with darwazas (gateways). The city of Mandu is adorned with spell-binding Afghan architecture surrounded by baobab trees, native to Africa. The grand palaces are still alive with royal romance while the gateways (darwazas) speak of a history of imperial conquests.
Landmark buildings include Hoshang Shah’s Tomb, a domed marble mausoleum, the vast Jami Masjid mosque, with courtyards framed by colonnades and the imposing, centuries-old Jahaz. Floating over it’s own reflection, the Jahaz Mahal looks like a ship that’s about to sail. However, for centuries this ship made of stone and mortar never did. Instead, it stood floating over the twin lakes, bearing a silent witness to Mandu’s long, rich and varied history.
After sightseeing drive to Indore drop off to airport to board flight for onward destination.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
