Shri Chaubis Khamba Mata Temple, Ujjain — Attraction in Ujjain

The Shri Chaubis Khamba Mata Temple in Ujjain is an ancient and historically significant temple known for its distinctive architectural feature—24 intricately carved pillars (Chaubis Khamba means “24 pillars” in Hindi). This temple is dedicated to goddesses Mahalaya and Mahamaya, who are revered as the protective deities of Ujjain. The pillars and the inscriptions on them indicate that the temple dates back to the Paramara period, making it one of the city’s oldest structures.

The temple’s entrance, flanked by two guardian goddesses, creates a sense of grandeur, and the detailed carvings on the pillars showcase the artistic craftsmanship of that era. It’s a spiritual place for devotees and a historical marvel for visitors interested in ancient Indian architecture...

As the name suggests itself "Chaubis Khanba" means 24 pillars. I visited the temple with high expectations, however to be honest I was let down a bit. Not well organised it's barely even a temple to be honest. And it's not even like there are 24 pillars in one row decorated beautifully, instead it's almost like a left over ruins of an old architecture, some pillars over here and there and barely noticeable.

A one time visit place that's all in my honest opinion. The front gate is still a bit attractive and beautiful for consideration.

I would still certainly appreciate the peace and the naturality of the place. No beggars in front or at the corners. The place is very tidy as well and almost no crowd at all.

All in...

It is a rarest of rare temple of Sakthi incarnations here in the this ancient temple of 24 pillars, we can see the deities Shri Maha Laya matha and Shri Maha Maya matha, according to the history of the Ujjaini empire .. The Emperor Sri Vimkramadhitya used to worship these two incarnations of Sri Shakthi daily before entering this capital city, and people believe that these two deities converse with the emperor directly and give suggestions to run the kingdom.

And History says even today the Ujjaini district Administration perform Dassara festival in the name emperor Shri...