The 12 Sacred Jyotirlingas of India
Embark on a divine pilgrimage to the 12 Jyotirlinga temples of Lord Shiva. Discover the sacred shrines spread across India — from the coastal Somnath in Gujarat to the Himalayan Kedarnath, from the holy Kashi Vishwanath in Varanasi to the island temple of Rameshwaram. Plan your Jyotirlinga yatra with darshan timings, travel guides, pooja booking, and nearby accommodation.
Explore TemplesWhat are Jyotirlingas? Meaning and Significance
A Jyotirlinga (also spelled Jyotirling) is a devotional representation of the Hindu god Lord Shiva. The word is derived from two Sanskrit words: Jyoti meaning radiance or light, and Linga meaning a sign or mark of Shiva. According to the Shiva Purana, there are 12 Jyotirlinga shrines in India where Lord Shiva manifested himself as an infinite column of light, piercing through the earth and sky.
These twelve Jyotirlinga temples are considered the most sacred abodes of Shiva and are among the most visited Hindu pilgrimage destinations in India. Visiting all 12 Jyotirlingas is believed to grant moksha (spiritual liberation) and wash away sins. Each temple has its own unique mythology, architecture, rituals, and spiritual energy.
The 12 Jyotirlingas are: Somnath (Gujarat), Mallikarjuna (Andhra Pradesh), Mahakaleshwar (Ujjain), Omkareshwar (Madhya Pradesh), Kedarnath (Uttarakhand), Bhimashankar (Maharashtra), Kashi Vishwanath (Varanasi), Trimbakeshwar (Nashik), Vaidyanath (Jharkhand), Nageshwar (Gujarat), Rameshwaram (Tamil Nadu), and Grishneshwar (Maharashtra).
Map of 12 Jyotirlinga Locations in India
Interactive map showing the exact locations of all 12 Jyotirlinga temples across India. Click on any marker to explore temple details, darshan timings, and travel information.
All 12 Jyotirlinga Temples — Complete Guide
Explore each of the 12 sacred Jyotirlinga temples with detailed information on history, mythology, darshan timings, how to reach, nearby hotels, and pooja booking.
Pilgrimage Essentials for Your Jyotirlinga Yatra
Curated puja items, spiritual books, and travel essentials for pilgrims visiting the 12 sacred Jyotirlinga temples. Delivered by Amazon India.
Rudraksha Mala
Original 108-bead prayer mala for daily japa
Puja Thali Set
Complete brass puja thali with accessories
Shiva Purana
Sacred scripture of Lord Shiva in English
Brass Diya & Lamp
Traditional oil lamp for temple worship
Meditation Cushion
Zafu cushion for meditation & chanting
Pilgrimage Backpack
Durable travel backpack for temple visits
Ethnic Wear
Traditional kurta, saree & salwar for pilgrims
Shiv Idols
Brass, marble & panchdhatu Shiva idols for puja
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Plan Your Jyotirlinga Pilgrimage Yatra
Best Time to Visit Jyotirlingas
Most Jyotirlinga temples are best visited between October and March when the weather is pleasant across India. Kedarnath temple in Uttarakhand is only accessible from May to October due to heavy snowfall. Maha Shivaratri (February–March) is the most auspicious time for Jyotirlinga darshan across all 12 temples.
Auspicious Days for Jyotirlinga Darshan
Maha Shivaratri, Shravan month (July–August), Mondays (Somvar), and Pradosh Vrat days are considered the most auspicious for visiting Jyotirlinga temples. Many temples like Mahakaleshwar hold special Bhasma Aarti ceremonies, while Kashi Vishwanath performs five daily aartis.