Dakshineswar Kali Temple
- Address: Kolkata, India
- Hours: Oct-March: 6am-12:30pm & 3pm-8:30pm; Apr-Sept: 6am-12:30pm & 3:30pm-9pm
- Admission: Free
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Temple
The main temple, built in 1855, is an important pilgrimage spot for devotees of Kali, the patron goddess of Kolkata. It is also the temple where spiritual leader Ramakrishna had a vision that prompted him to turn against the caste system and preach religious unity instead. The small room where he lived much of his life is now a small museum celebrating his life.
The temple complex tends to get crowded on Sundays. Visit in the early morning hours to beat the heat and watch the locals feed the pigeons or browse the small flower market just outside the temple grounds.
Latest Reviews
Review by Angelo T, November 2012
Doing what: Private Tour: Places of Worship in Kolkata including Mother House
Very nice City and interesting places. Our guide Parometer was just great. Would be nice to have her again next time. Thank you very much and see you again.
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