About Omkareshwar
An island Jyotirlinga in the Narmada — the island itself shaped like the syllable 'Om' as seen from above — combining the Omkareshwar shrine on Mandhata island with the Mamleshwar Jyotirlinga on the southern bank of the river.
History
The fourth of the twelve Jyotirlingas, set on Mandhata island where the Kaveri tributary meets the Narmada — the Vishnu Purana names it after King Mandhata of the Ikshvaku dynasty who is said to have done penance here. The unique feature: the same site holds two Shaiva shrines on opposite banks — Omkareshwar on the island and Mamleshwar (also called Amareshwar) on the south bank — both worshipped as the same Jyotirlinga. The island temple is a Nagara-style stone structure with five floors; the lowest holds the natural linga, fed by the Narmada below. Adi Shankaracharya is said to have met his guru, Govinda Bhagavatpada, in a cave on the island that pilgrims still visit. A statue of Adi Shankara, 108 ft tall and unveiled in 2023, now stands above the island as the centerpiece of the 'Statue of Oneness' complex.
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Entry fees in your currency
- VIP Darshan₹300$…
- Jalabhishek booking₹500$…
- Statue of Oneness entry₹50 / ₹200$…
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Entry Fee · Tickets
How much does it cost to visit Omkareshwar?
Free temple entry. Special darshan slots and abhishek bookings paid separately.
- VIP DarshanSkip-the-line, available at the temple counter or on the official portal₹300
- Jalabhishek bookingPanchamrit pooja with priest assistance₹500
- Statue of Oneness entryAdult / with audio guide; closed on Mondays₹50 / ₹200
- Open 5 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. all days; major aartis at 5 a.m. (Mangala), 12 p.m. (Madhyahna), 8:30 p.m. (Shayan)
- Mobile phones not permitted in the inner sanctum — lockers near the entrance
- Modest dress required; shorts and sleeveless not allowed
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Travel Tips
- Both Omkareshwar (on the island) and Mamleshwar (south bank) need to be visited for the full Jyotirlinga darshan
- Cross to the island via the new Jhula Pul (cable bridge) or by ferry; the older suspension bridge can be congested at festival times
- The 7 km island parikrama is best done at dawn — covers Gauri Somnath, the 24 Avatars temples and the Adi Shankara cave
- Pair with Mahakaleshwar (Ujjain) — a 3-hour drive, both Jyotirlingas in one day is physically possible
- Avoid weekends if possible — the island gets crowded with day-trippers from Indore
Temples & Heritage Sites
- Mamleshwar (Amareshwar) Temple — the south-bank counterpart of the Jyotirlinga
- Siddhanath Temple — 11th-century, on the upper part of the island
- Adi Shankara cave and the 108-ft Statue of Oneness
- Gauri Somnath Temple — 6 ft tall black stone Shivalinga on the parikrama route
How to Reach Omkareshwar
Omkareshwar is located in Madhya Pradesh, India at coordinates 22.2387°N, 76.1466°E. You can reach Omkareshwar by air (nearest airport in Madhya Pradesh), train, or road. Use YatraJunction's free fare calculator to compare live train, bus and flight prices, and to build an AI-powered itinerary tailored to your budget and travel dates.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best time to visit Omkareshwar?
- The best time to visit Omkareshwar is October to March.
- What are the top travel tips for Omkareshwar?
- Both Omkareshwar (on the island) and Mamleshwar (south bank) need to be visited for the full Jyotirlinga darshan. Cross to the island via the new Jhula Pul (cable bridge) or by ferry; the older suspension bridge can be congested at festival times. The 7 km island parikrama is best done at dawn — covers Gauri Somnath, the 24 Avatars temples and the Adi Shankara cave. Pair with Mahakaleshwar (Ujjain) — a 3-hour drive, both Jyotirlingas in one day is physically possible. Avoid weekends if possible — the island gets crowded with day-trippers from Indore.
