About Kalighat Temple

Kalighat is one of the 51 Shakti Sthals present in India and is the most religious and visited Kali temple. It is said that at this place the toes of Sati's right foot fell during Shiva's Rudra Taandav dance. This is a sacred and one of the most prominent temples of the Goddess Kali in the entire world. The temple is old and has many other small shrines inside the premises. Kali's temple is the main one and is centrally placed in the premises.

Must See

  • Kali Ma idol
  • Sosthi Tala
  • Natmondir
  • Jor-Bangla Harkath Tala
  • Radha Krishna Temple

How to reach

It is at a walking distance from Kalighat metro station. One can hire a local bus or taxi as well.

Basic bus fare is Rs. 7 for up to the first 4 km and Rs. 15 for 9 km and after that the fare increases by Re.1 for every 4 km. The buses are available every 10 minutes.

Basic taxi fare is Rs. 30 for up to the first 2 km and after that the fare increases by Rs. 3 for every additional 2 km. The taxis are available at a regular frequency with 0 to 5 minutes wait time.

 

 

Tips

  • Ignore the Pandits offering services for prayers.
  • Avoid Tuesdays and Saturdays, the place is very crowded.
  • Paid parking is available within the premises.
  • Take care of your belongings, it is a crowded place.
  • Visit early to avoid queues.

Visit Time

Sunday: 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Monday: 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Tuesday: 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Wednesday: 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Thursday: 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Friday: 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Saturday: 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

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Waiting Time

15 to 30 minutes

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

1 to 2 hours

 

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Weather

Haze 25.97°C

 

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