The Kalighat Kali Temple is one of the most sacred Hindu temples dedicated to Goddess Kali and is counted among the 51 Shakti Peethas in India. Located in Kolkata, this temple is a significant center of Shakta worship, attracting hundreds of thousands of devotees every year. It is one of the four principal Adi Shakti Peethas and holds immense spiritual significance for followers of the Shakta tradition.
Kalighat Kali Mata Mandir Darshan Timing:
The temple is open for the whole week and the darshan timing is 5:00 AM – 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM – 10:30 PM.
Major Festivals at Kalighat Kali Mata Mandir
Kali Puja, Durga Puja, Bengali New Year (Poila Boishakh), Snan Yatra, Amavasya, and Navaratri are the prime festivals at Kalighat Kali Mata Mandir. Thousands of devotees visit during these occasions to offer prayers and seek the blessings of Maa Kali.
How to Reach Kalighat Kali Mata Temple
The Kalighat Kali Mata Temple is located in South Kolkata, West Bengal. Kalighat is well-connected to all parts of Kolkata via city buses, taxis, and auto-rickshaws. The Kalighat Metro Station (Blue Line) is approximately a 5–10 minute walk from the temple. The nearest railway station is Howrah Junction, and the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport.
Popular Name: Kalighat Kali Mata Mandir
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