Kalighat Kali Temple Kolkata
About Kalighat Kali Temple Kolkata
Kalighat Kali Temple is a Hindu temple located in Kalighat area of Kolkata, West Bengal. The is Dedicated to Goddess Kali, Kalighat Kali Temple is regarded as one of the 51 Shakti Peethas of India. According to mythology, the temple is related to Rudra Tandav of Shiva after he was angry about sacrificing his partner, Sati, after a fight with her father over not being invited for a puja ceremony at her father’s place. It is believed that Shiva carried Sati’s burnt body while performing Tandav and when various parts of the Goddess’s body fell on earth. The right toe of Sati fell at Kalighat and that’s where the temple was built later, the presiding deity here is called Kalika, after whom, the city was named Kolkata.
Temple Timings and Details
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Darshan Timings
Timing - 5:00 AM to 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM to 10:30 PM
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Dress Code
Traditional and Formal clothing
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Photography
Not allowed
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Prasad
Available
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Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ)
1. What is the darshan timing for Kalighat Kali temple?
2. Which are the festivals celebrated at Kalighat Kali temple?
3. Is mobile allowed at Kalighat Kali temple?
4. Why is Kalighat Kali temple so famous?
