Ujjain Mahakumbh
2028. A journey
of faith.
Plan your Simhastha pilgrimage to the Shipra River and the home of Mahakal. Find bathing dates, temple booking guidance, travel and stays — in English and Hindi.
Counting the days to Simhastha.
Reported opening: 27 March 2028 · Provisional, not officially verified.
Explore the event calendarTo 27 March 2028 · 00:00 IST
Countdown to the provisional planning date, 27 March 2028, at midnight India Standard Time. This is not a confirmed ritual start time.Your journey starts here
Practical answers for the moments that matter.
Start hereYour first Simhastha. A little guidance goes a long way.
From choosing your visit to finding your feet in Ujjain — begin with the essentials.
Darshan guideMahakaleshwar darshan & the Bhasma Aarti
Understand the difference, find the official booking route, and arrive prepared.
Travel & stayWhere to stay for your Ujjain pilgrimage
Hotels, dharamshalas or a base in Indore? Choose what works for your family.
A sacred occasion.
Dates that deserve certainty.
Plan with clarity. We separate established facts from dates still awaiting verification, so you can make informed decisions.
Simhastha, Ujjain · 2028
Check the latest source status for festival dates, Shahi Snan and bathing arrangements before committing to travel.
Read the dates & schedule guideEvery lane has a story.
Every ghat, a beginning.
On the banks of the Shipra, Ujjain’s sacred life unfolds through temple courtyards, riverside rituals, and the everyday devotion of its people.
Discover the home of the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, understand the traditions, and make space for a slower journey.
Explore the sacred cityA few things
you may be wondering.
Clear answers. A more confident journey.
Find more in our guidesWhen is Ujjain Simhastha 2028?
The next Ujjain Simhastha is expected in 2028. Precise festival and Shahi Snan dates circulating on travel websites have not been independently verified here against a final government notification. Use our date guide to check the source status before making fixed bookings.
Is Simhastha the same as the Prayagraj Mahakumbh?
Both belong to the Kumbh tradition, but they are different gatherings in different cities. Ujjain’s Simhastha is associated with the Shipra River in Madhya Pradesh. Prayagraj’s gathering takes place at the Triveni Sangam in Uttar Pradesh.
What is the best way to reach Ujjain?
Ujjain Junction (UJN) is the main rail gateway. For flights, Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport in Indore is the nearest airport listed by the district administration. Arrange the onward journey separately and recheck mela traffic restrictions closer to travel.
Can I book darshan or accommodation on this website?
We currently publish independent planning guides, not booking services. Our guides point you to official sources and explain what to confirm with accommodation providers. Future paid business placements will be clearly labelled.