Jyotirlingas in Madhya Pradesh: Count and Locations

India is home to several sacred sites, and among the most revered are the twelve Jyotirlingas, which are shrines where Lord Shiva is worshipped in the form of a Jyotirlingam or "lingam of light." Pilgrims from all over the world visit these sites seeking spiritual connection.

The question asks about the number of Jyotirlingas located specifically within the state of Madhya Pradesh. Out of the total twelve Jyotirlingas across India, Madhya Pradesh is blessed with the presence of two significant ones.

These two revered Jyotirlingas in Madhya Pradesh are:

• Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga: Located in the ancient city of Ujjain, on the banks of the Kshipra River. It is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and is unique for being the only one that is Dakshinamukhi (south-facing).
• Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga: Situated on an island called Mandhata or Shivapuri in the Narmada River, in the Khandwa district of Madhya Pradesh. The island is shaped like the <strong>Om</strong> symbol, adding to its sanctity.

Therefore, Madhya Pradesh has two of the twelve sacred Jyotirlingas.