Harsiddhi Mandir
Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh
Harsiddhi Mandir is a Shakti shrine close to Mahakaleshwar, and one of the oldest and most visited temples of the Goddess in Ujjain. In the Shakti Peetha tradition, the elbow of Sati is said to have fallen here, and local tradition links the temple with the legendary King Vikramaditya, who is remembered as a devotee of the Goddess.
What to see and do
- Have darshan of Harsiddhi Devi
- See the two tall lamp pillars, said to hold 726 lamp holders, lit during festivals
- Visit it with Mahakaleshwar, which is a short walk away
Ideal for
- Devotees of the Goddess
- Visitors looking for a short, strong temple stop in Ujjain
- Pilgrims following the Shakti Peetha trail
Good to know
- It is close to Mahakaleshwar, so the two are easy to visit together
- Navaratri is the busiest time, when the lamp pillars are lit
- Sources give different timings, so check locally, as it may close for a break at midday
- Dress modestly; footwear is left outside
Spiritual significance
Harsiddhi is counted among the Shakti Peethas, the shrines where the limbs of Sati are said to have fallen, and the temple has long been tied to the Vikramaditya tradition of Ujjain.
Why it matters
- A Shakti Peetha: a place where the Goddess is believed to be especially present
- Link with Vikramaditya: tradition connects the temple with Ujjain's great king
- Lamp pillars: the glowing deep stambhas are a signature sight at festival time