Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh · Ujjain travel guide
Kal Bhairav Temple
Famous for the deity Kal Bhairav and unique offerings of liquor by devotees.
| Time to spend | About 45 min (30 min–1.5 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 6–8:30 AM — morning aarti, shortest queues |
| Avoid | 11 AM–4 PM — long queues and heat, especially on Sundays and festivals |
| Best months | Oct–Mar |
| Months to avoid | May–Jun |
| Entry fee | Free entry |
| Opening hours | Mon–Sun: 6 AM–9 PM |
| Setting | Indoor & outdoor |
| Effort | Easy |
| Good for | Families, Kids, Elderly, Couples, Solo, Groups |
| Rating | 4.7 / 5 on Google (73,446 reviews) |
Kaal Bhairav Ashtami (Nov) and Shravan weekends draw very large crowds; Ujjain summers are hot.
Most visitors spend about 45 min; 30 min–1.5 h depending on pace.
6–8:30 AM, for morning aarti, shortest queues. The best months are Oct–Mar.
Entry is free.
Mon–Sun: 6 AM–9 PM.
Cover shoulders and knees; remove footwear