Dakshineswar Kali Temple Tourism
Type of destination: Religious Site
Ideal visit duration: 1-2 hours
Dakshineswar Kali Temple, located on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River in Kolkata, West Bengal, India, is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to the goddess Kali. Built in 1855 by Rani Rashmoni, the temple is an epitome of the traditional 'Nava-ratna' or nine spires style of Bengal architecture. The spacious courtyard surrounded by 12 Shiva temples, a Radha-Krishna temple, bathing ghat, Rani Rashmoni's shrine room, nahabatkhana, and Shiva's temple forms a tranquil space inspiring devotion. It is a significant pilgrimage center as the religious philosopher, Sri Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, served as the head priest and spiritual luminary. The temple has three storeys and stands over a high platform with a flight of stairs. The sanctum houses an idol of goddess Kali, known as Bhavatarini, standing over the chest of a lying Shiva. The temple complex is spread over a substantial area characterized by its distinctive features and active participation in religious and cultural events.
Opening and Closing time of Dakshineswar Kali Temple
| Monday |
05:00 AM to 12:30 PM, 03:00 PM to 08:30 PM |
| Tuesday |
05:00 AM to 12:30 PM, 03:00 PM to 08:30 PM |
| Wednesday |
05:00 AM to 12:30 PM, 03:00 PM to 08:30 PM |
| Thursday |
05:00 AM to 12:30 PM, 03:00 PM to 08:30 PM |
| Friday |
05:00 AM to 12:30 PM, 03:00 PM to 08:30 PM |
| Saturday |
05:00 AM to 12:30 PM, 03:00 PM to 08:30 PM |
| Sunday |
05:00 AM to 12:30 PM, 03:00 PM to 08:30 PM |
Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)
Entry Ticket Pricing for Dakshineswar Kali Temple
Disclaimer: Please note that prices are subject to change, cross check required .
Tips when you are visiting to Dakshineswar Kali Temple
Visit early to avoid long queues.
Dress modestly as it is a place of worship.
Be respectful of the religious practices and premises.
Photography inside the main temple is prohibited.
Top 5 Reviews on Dakshineswar Kali Temple
ShikshaC
Wrote on 28th Dec, 2023
Good when queues are not very long…
I visited Dakshineswar temple during the last week of December and the place was completely packed with queues running for about a km on all sides. Would suggest to take prasad from the counters oppos..
skdel2016
Wrote on 28th Dec, 2023
Joy Maa Bhavatarini
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Ankita152014
Wrote on 11th Nov, 2023
Durga Maa’s beautiful and serene temple
Amazingly amazing temple with so much history. We visited during the Durga Pooja week. Though it was pretty crowded. But as soon as you enter the temple and see Durga maa’s idol it was such a serene..
Sherpa55233227386
Wrote on 6th Sep, 2023
Most Spiritual Experience
A very spiritual and powerfully peaceful experience for me and my friends. We came here all the way and cannot explain the utter feeling of peace that washed over us as soon as we entered. It was a be..
Neal707
Wrote on 27th Jul, 2023
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