{"id":11018,"date":"2021-03-10T11:50:45","date_gmt":"2021-03-10T06:20:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/versionweekly.com\/?p=11018"},"modified":"2021-03-10T12:00:45","modified_gmt":"2021-03-10T06:30:45","slug":"maha-shivratri-2020-heres-a-list-of-12-jyotirlingas-spread-across-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/versionweekly.com\/news\/maha-shivratri-2020-heres-a-list-of-12-jyotirlingas-spread-across-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Maha Shivratri 2021: Here&#8217;s a list of 12 Jyotirlingas spread across India"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As India is home to diverse cultures and traditions, even festivals are celebrated differently across the country.<\/p>\n<p>The auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri, marking the celebration of Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati&#8217;s marriage ceremony is on March 11 this year. As India is home to diverse cultures and traditions, even festivals are celebrated differently across the country.<\/p>\n<p>Preparations are already in full swing and most of the Shiva-Parvati temples are decorated beautifully.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s that time of the year when the celestial power descends on the earth to enlighten ignorant souls seeking refuge in his compassionate arms. Maha Shivaratri is that auspicious day in reverence of the supreme-most of the Hindu Trinity &#8211; Lord Shiva.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"12 Jyotirlinga Temples In India | 12 Jyotirlinga Places | Jyotirlinga Temples | Namaste Telugu\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uGqRfkZX1_o?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The personification of manhood, most Hindu women desire to have a husband like Shiva. The Lord first took manifestation in the form of a linga on the night of Aridra Nakshatra and hence the significance of the Maha Shivaratri.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/versionweekly.com\/news\/mahashivratri-2020-date-significance-shiv-puja-muhurat-rituals-story-shiva-temples\/#What_is_Mahashivratri?\">What is Mahashivratri?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/versionweekly.com\/news\/mahashivratri-2020-date-significance-shiv-puja-muhurat-rituals-story-shiva-temples\/#When_is_the_Mahashivaratri_in_2020?\">When is the Mahashivaratri in 2021?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/versionweekly.com\/news\/mahashivratri-2020-date-significance-shiv-puja-muhurat-rituals-story-shiva-temples\/#What_is_the_exact_Maha_shivratri_Puja_Time?\">What is the exact Maha shivratri Puja Time?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/versionweekly.com\/news\/mahashivratri-2020-date-significance-shiv-puja-muhurat-rituals-story-shiva-temples\/#Importance_of_Mahashivaratri?\">Importance of Mahashivaratri?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/versionweekly.com\/news\/mahashivratri-2020-date-significance-shiv-puja-muhurat-rituals-story-shiva-temples\/#How_is_Shivaratri_celebrated?\">How is Shivaratri celebrated?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>There are as many as 12 Jyotirlingas in India that are symbolic of the &#8216;radiance of Lord Shiva&#8217; (Jyoti meaning radiance and Linga \u2013 part of Shiva).<\/p>\n<h2>What are Jyotirlingas? in Sadhguru Words<\/h2>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"What are Jyotirlingas? - Sadhguru\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cJ2WicqmhJQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s taking a look at the famous 12 Jyotirlingas in India that one can worship in his\/her lifetime:<\/p>\n<h3>Somnath<\/h3>\n<p>Considered to be the holiest of all the Jyotirlingas, the Somnath Temple in Gujarat is traditionally the first to be visited during the Dwadash pilgrimage. The temple is believed to have been destroyed and re-constructed 16 times since Soma or Moon God built in gold.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\u0938\u0930\u094d\u0935 \u092a\u094d\u0930\u0925\u092e \u0938\u094b\u092e\u0928\u093e\u0925 \u091c\u094d\u092f\u094b\u0924\u093f\u0930\u094d\u0932\u093f\u0902\u0917 \u0915\u0940 \u0915\u0925\u093e ! The Mystery Behind Jyotirlinga At Somnath Temple\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KdyiZmceS-w?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3>Mallikarjuna<\/h3>\n<p>Situated on the top of a mountain on river Krishna, Mallikarjuna, also known as Srisaila is the divine place where Adi Shankaracharya composed Sivananda Lahiri. Located in the Kurnool district of the state of Andhra Pradesh, Srisaila is famous for its stupendous archaeology.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Mallikarjun Jyotirling  Story ( English version)\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/54NudRn4MWY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3>Mahakaleshwar<\/h3>\n<p>Situated in Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh), the Mahakal Shivlinga is the sole Swayanbhu (meaning self-created) linga of the 12 Jyotirlingas. The linga faces towards the south and is the only temple that hosts the Shree Yantra inscribed on the ceiling above the Grabhagriha.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"History of Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple I Significance and Facts of Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wEqQQLdIHFM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3>Omkareshwar<\/h3>\n<p>Situated on the island called Mandhata or Shivpuri on river Narmada, Omkareshwar is famous for its Omkara and Amareshwar temples. The shape of the island is believed to resemble the sign OM.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"History of Omkareshwar Temple I Significance and Facts of Omkareshwar Temple\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/urh10U4i9VE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u27a1\ufe0fAlso Read:<a href=\"https:\/\/versionweekly.com\/news\/shivratri-2020-isha-yoga-centre-gears-up-for-mahashivaratri\/\"> How Isha Foundation Celebrates Mahashivratri in 2021?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Kedarnath<\/h3>\n<p>The Garhwal Himalayan range in Uttarakhand is home to one of the most famous Jyotirlingas, Kedarnath. Situated near the Mandakini River, the temple is often snow-clad. Access to the temple is possible only by foot owing to its rugged terrain and harsh climatic condition.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\u092a\u093e\u0902\u091a\u0935\u0940 \u0915\u0947\u0926\u093e\u0930\u0928\u093e\u0925 \u091c\u094d\u092f\u094b\u0924\u093f\u0930\u094d\u0932\u093f\u0902\u0917 \u0915\u0940 \u0915\u0925\u093e ! | The Story of Kedarnath Jyotirling | 5th Jyotirling\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YDcHgtb9zi4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3>Bhimashankar<\/h3>\n<p>Most people believe that Bhimashankar linga is located near Pune in Maharashtra. However, a debate looms over the original Bhimashankar linga as different legends cite varied locations of the linga. According to the Shiva Purana, the Bhimshankar temple near Guwahati in the eastern Indian state of Assam is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas. But the Linga Puran says that the Bhim Shankar temple in Bhimpur in Orissa is one of the 12 shrines.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"History of Bhimashankar Temple I Significance and Facts of Bhimashankar Temple\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dmGiJLcYTv0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Also, Read Mahashivratri 2021: 21 Most <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/versionweekly.com\/news\/most-famous-shiva-temples-in-india\/\">Famous Shiva Temples in India<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Kashi Vishwanath<\/h3>\n<p>The most sacred of all the Jyotirlingas, the Kashi Vishwanath is located on the banks of the Ganga in Varanasi, also known as Kashi or Benaras. The deity is referred to as Vishwanatha or the \u2018Ruler of the Universe\u2019. The town of Benaras is believed to be the oldest living city with a documented history spanning over 3500 years.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"History of Kashi Vishvanath Temple I Significance and Facts of Kashi Vishvanath Temple\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jZBnZ4YJfuQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>\u2794\u00a0<\/strong>Also, refer to this\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/versionweekly.com\/news\/shivratri-2020-isha-yoga-centre-gears-up-for-mahashivaratri\/\">How is Isha Yoga Centre getting ready for Mahashivaratri 2021 Festival Celebrations?<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Trimbakeshwar<\/h3>\n<p>Located on the banks of the Godavari River near Nasik in Maharashtra, Trimbakeshwar is known for its three-headed linga that represents the Hindu Trinity, Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh. The linga has been reducing in size owing to the excessive use of water. But the erosion of the linga is considered symbolic for it reflects the wearing away of life with time.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\u0906\u0920\u0935\u0940 \u0924\u094d\u0930\u094d\u092f\u092e\u094d\u092c\u0915\u0947\u0936\u094d\u0935\u0930 \u091c\u094d\u092f\u094b\u0924\u093f\u0930\u094d\u0932\u093f\u0902\u0917 \u0915\u0940 \u0915\u0925\u093e ! Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga | The Story of Eight Jyotirlinga\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DpCRcz28nuU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3>Vaidyanath or Baidyanath<\/h3>\n<p>The exact location of the Vaidyanath Jyotirlinga is also debated as some believe that the one in Jharkhand is the original one while another school of thought believes that the Baijnath in Himachal Pradesh is one of the 12 sacred Lingas. The Parli Vaijyanath in Maharashtra also claims to be one of the Jyotirlingas.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\u0928\u094c\u0935\u0940\u0902 \u0935\u0948\u0927\u0928\u093e\u0925\u0947\u0936\u094d\u0935\u0930 \u091c\u094d\u092f\u094b\u0924\u093f\u0930\u094d\u0932\u093f\u0902\u0917 \u0915\u0940 \u0915\u0925\u093e ! Baidyanat Jyotirlinga | The Story of Ninth Jyotirlinga\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1-zbApeF2_I?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3>Nageshwara<\/h3>\n<p>The state of Gujarat is home to another Jyotirlinga, the Nageshwar linga. However, the states of Uttarakhand and Maharashtra are in dispute over claiming a spot in the 12 Jyotirlingas. But according to the Shiva Purana, Nageshvara is in the forested area of Darukavana. The Deodar forest in Uttarkhand homes the Darukavana and since there is no trace of the forest in the Dwaraka region (Gujarat). But the popular perception seems to be Gujarat.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The Story of Nageshwar Jyotirlinga \u2013 Lord Shiva | Mahadev | Noble Saga\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/308Cd7vaY_4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3>Ramanathaswamy in Rameshwaram<\/h3>\n<p>The southernmost temple that homes one of the 12 Jyotirlingas is known as Rameshwaram. Lord Rama is believed to have prayed to Lord Shiva to pardon him off the sins (if any) committed by him during the war against Ravan. The temple is also one of the four holy sites that a Hindu visits during his lifetime.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"History Of Ramanathaswamy Temple | Significance And Facts Of Ramanathaswamy Temple\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/C5xQkDZTzUg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>\u2794\u00a0<\/strong>Check here to know all<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/versionweekly.com\/news\/shivratri-2020-places-you-must-visit-this-maha-shivratri\/\"> About Shivratri 2021 Places, You Must Visit this Maha Shivaratri<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Grishneshwar<\/h3>\n<p>Situated near the Ellora temples in Aurangabad, the Grishneshwar linga has an interesting legend. Lord Shiva helped a mother get back her dead son by creating a miracle and appearing to her and the villagers as Jyotirlinga Gushmeshwar.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\u092c\u093e\u0930\u0939\u0935\u0940\u0902 \u0918\u0941\u0936\u094d\u092e\u0947\u0936\u094d\u0935\u0930 \u091c\u094d\u092f\u094b\u0924\u093f\u0930\u094d\u0932\u093f\u0902\u0917 \u0915\u0940 \u0915\u0925\u093e ! The Story Of Ghushmeshwar Jyotirling | 12th Jyotirling\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qkKSXq1Afl4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s wishing our readers a very<strong> Happy Maha Shivratri 2021!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As India is home to diverse cultures and traditions, even festivals are celebrated differently across the country. 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