The 12 Jyotirlingas are sacred shrines where it is believed that Shiva appeared as a form of light. The Jyotirlingas symbolize the reality & power of Shiva. Know about each Jyotirlinga, swipe…

The first Jyotirlinga is believed to be established by the Moon God. It has been destroyed and rebuilt multiple times.

Located on Shri Shaila Mountain, this Jyotirlinga is associated with Lord Kartikeya, the son of Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati.

Situated in Ujjain, the only Jyotirlinga where Lord Shiva is worshipped in a "Dakshinamukhi" (south-facing) form.

Found on an island in the Narmada River, here Shiva is represented in two forms, Omkareshwar and Mamleshwar.

The highest Jyotirlinga, located in the Himalayas,& is a part of the Chhota Char Dham pilgrimage.

Situated in the Sahyadri hills, this temple is associated with the story of Lord Shiva defeating the monster Bhimasura.

Located in Varanasi, this Jyotirlinga is believed to grant liberation (moksha) to devotees.

Known for its three-faced Shiva Linga, this temple is also the source of the Godavari River.

This is an important pilgrimage destination. Legends believe Ravana worshipped Lord Shiva here.

This Jyotirlinga, located near Dwarka, is believed to protect devotees from all forms of evil.

Lord Rama established this Jyotirlinga before crossing the ocean to Lanka, summoning his Sena to take Maa Sita back from Lanka.

The smallest of the 12 Jyotirlingas, also known as 'Kundaleshwar,' is located near the Ellora Caves- a masterpiece of the world.