Kali Bari Temple Shimla

About Kali Bari Temple Shimla

The Kali Bari Temple is located in the city of Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Kali. known as Shyamala, after which the Shimla city is named. The goddess is believed to have existed near Jakhoo. Kali Bari temple was originally built in 1845 by a Bengali Brahmin Ram Charan Brahamchari in the vicinity of Rothney Castle on Jakhoo Hill. That's why it resembles the Dakshineswar Kali Temple in Kolkata.

How to Reach Kali Bari Temple Shimla

Kali Bari Temple of Shimla has well-developed transportation modes to reach there. To learn more about this, read the below informative details.

By Road

Kali Bari Temple is easily reachable by local bus, shared taxi and autorickshaws from any part of Shimla.

By Rail

Kalka railway station is the closest railhead, located at a distance of 85 km from Shimla. After reaching there, you can use any available transportation to reach Kali Bari Temple.

By Air

Shimla is just 20 km away from Jubbarhatti airport. Its strong connectivity with Chandigarh and Delhi makes it easier for travelers to reach. A hired taxi will drop you off at Kali Bari Temple from the airport.

Best Time to Visit Kali Bari Temple

The best comfortable time to visit Kali Bari Temple of Shimla is during the summer season between the months from March to June. If you are seeking snowfall, you must visit this place during the winter season

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