Ujjain

Festivals
Almost all the major Hindu festivals are celebrated here. Here, Maha Shivratri is a big event, since one of the 12 Jyotirlingas are present in this city. Thousands of pilgrims flock to the fair grounds near the Mahakaleshwar temple to worship Lord Shiva. The Simhastha Kumbh Mela is also a mammoth fair held once in twelve years. The magnificence of the bathing ritual is seen at its best during this fair at Ujjain.

Navratri Festival
Ujjain and its temples celebrate the festival season of Navratri (Dusshera) that usually falls in the month of September or October. One can see the entire city, coming to life during these months. Another famous festival of Ujjain in central India is the Kumbh Mela that is held once every 12 years. Millions then flock to Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh to take a dip in the holy waters of Shipra River.

All India Kalidas Festival (Held in November) Ujjain
The Kalidasa Samaroh, the festival of classical Sanskrit Literature, Traditional Theatre and arts, is held every year as a tribute to the great poet playwright Kalidasa. The evening of Kalidasa festival starts with the original Sanskrit play of Kalidasa presented in a traditional style. For the next six days, festival goes with the presentation of classical dramas, dances, ballets and classical music concerts showing the greatness of Indian arts and culture. Thus, Kalidasa festival is a prestigious programme of Madhya Pradesh, which has glorious history of several decades.

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