Ujjain's 3000-Year-Old Tilbhandeshwar Temple: A Hub of Faith and Miracles

• Tilbhandeshwar Mahadev Temple in Ujjain's Tarana tehsil is 2600-3000 years old, known for its self-manifested Shiva Lingam.
• The temple was built and renovated by Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar of the Holkar State.
• Local priests believe the Shiva Lingam grows by a 'sesame seed' every year, hence its name Tilbhandeshwar.
• During Sawan, Baba Tilbhandeshwar embarks on a royal city procession with guard of honor, a tradition unique after Mahakal Temple.
• On Shivratri, Bhasm Aarti is performed before dawn, followed by various rituals and continuous chanting of Mahamrityunjaya Mantra for three days.