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Pattaneshwar Mahadev in Ujjain – Story of Pattaneshwar Form of Shiva – 32nd Shiva Temple in Ujjain

Pattaneshwar Mahadev is worshiped in Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh. It is one of the 84 forms of Shiva worshiped in Ujjain. It is believed that those worshipping Pattaneshwar will be able to enjoy worldly pleasures.

The temple dedicated to Pattaneshwar Mahadev is located at Khilchipur in Ujjain.

This form of Shiva is associated with Sage Narada explaining the glory of Mahakaal Vana or Ujjain.

Pattaneshwar Mahadev is counted among the 84 Shiva Temples in Ujjain and it is the 32nd temple visited during the parikarama of Shivalayas here.



Story of Pattaneshwar Mahadev form of Shiva in Ujjain
One day Goddess Parvati wanted to know why Shiva was interested in residing at Mahkaal Vana (present day Ujjain); when he could comfortably reside in Kailash or Heaven.

When this conversation was taking place, sage Narada reached there.

Shiva then asked Sage Narada that in the three worlds where did he find supreme happiness and peace.

Sage Narada told that he found it at Mahakaal Vana especially at a spot known as Pattan. Here everyone is chanting the name of Shiva. All gods and goddesses are present here.

The Shivling that is worshipped here is known as Pattaneshwar Mahadev.