Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, located in the ancient city of Ujjain on the banks of the sacred Shipra River, is one of the most revered temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. This divine shrine is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, where Shiva is worshipped as Mahakal, the eternal lord of time and death. The history of Mahakaleshwar dates back thousands of years, mentioned in Puranas, especially the Shiv Purana, which describes how Lord Shiva manifested as Mahakal to protect Ujjain from a powerful demon named D