Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga, Khandwa, Madhya Pradesh

Dwelling on the ‘OM’ shaped island of Mandhata amid the Narmada River, the Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga –that translates to the ‘deity of Omkara’ is home to the lingam of Lord Shiva. Reflecting the Nagara style of architecture, devouts can reach the temple by ferry. It is believed that every night, Lord Shiva would come to rest here (Shayan), and hence Shayan aarti is performed daily at night, at the temple. Do take one round (parikrama) of the island to feel peaceful. When in Omkareshwar, do visit the renowned Ahilya Ghat, the Kajal Rani Cave, and the Gauri Somnath Temple that sits on a hillock.