 Omkareshwar is one of
the 12 Jyotirlingas and shrine of Shiva, Situated at a distance
of 12 miles from Mortakka in Madhya Pradesh. Located at the bank
of river Narmada, Omkareshwar is the revered island, shaped akin
to the holiest of all Hindu symbols, 'Om'. It is 2 kms long and
1 km wide Omkareshwar halts at the meeting point of the Narmada
and the Kaveri rivers. One of the most rousing and blessed places
of pilgrimage, Omkareshwar in Madhya Pradesh, draws millions of
devotees every year. It is just 77 kms from the Indore hosts a large
array of Pilgrimage spots and holy shrines with historical and architectural
significance.
Prime Pilgrimage Attractions of Omkareshwar
Shri Omkareshwar Mahadeo/ Mandhata Temple: Shri
Omkar Mandhata is one mile long, constructed by the
soft stones has lent its pliable surface to a rare degree of detailed
work. It has an intricately carved stone roof of the temple. The
temple is decorated by verandahs with columns, carved in circles,
polygons and squares. This temple is one of the most inspiring and
sacred places of pilgrimage in Madhya Pradesh. The Omkareshwar temple
is created in the North Indian style of architecture, with high
spires. Pilgrims deem to worship to Panchamuga Ganesha, the holiest
worlds so ever.
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 The Siddnath Temple: The Siddnath Temple is the
fine example of early medieval Brahminic architecture, a major sight
for pilgrims. Elaborate carved figures ornamented the upper part
and the roof of the temple is also decorated by verandahs with columns
fixed in circles, polygons and squares. A fresco of elephants over
1.5m tall carved on a stone phase at its outer perimeter is the
eye- catchy features of the place.
24 Avatars: 24 Avatars holds a very dominant place among the temples
of Omkareshwar. A Large group of Hindu and Jain temples splendidly
designed and created with unique styles of architecture. 24 Avatars
is an important pilgrimage site for its exclusive style of architecture.
Satmatrika Temples: It’s a construction of 10th century located
6 kms from Omkareshwar, a famous pilgrimage spot welcomes huge number
of devotees from all over the state.
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