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Dakshineswar Kali Temple:-

Dakshineswar Kali Temple is a Hindu temple located in Dakshineswar near Kolkata. Situated on the eastern bank of the Hooghly river, the presiding deity of the temple is Bhavatarini, an aspect of Kali, meaning, 'She who liberates Her devotees from the ocean of existence i.e.Saṃsara'.The construction of Dakshineswar temple was initiated in 1847 and it was completed in 1855. The estimated cost of the construction was Rs. 9 Lakhs, of which Rs. 2 Lakhs was spent on the very day of inauguration. The temple along with its abiding areas spans 25 acres of land, which makes Dakshineswar temple one of the biggest temples in Kolkata. The main temple premise is around 46 sq ft. Dakshineswar temple was built in the traditional ‘Nava-Ratna’ or nine spires style of Bengal architecture. The roof of the temple spires has been grooved artistically with a striking resemblance with the Piranhas. The temple sports a colossal, elongated structure, resting on a high platform with a flight of stairs.

It is a three-story, south-faced temple. The nine spires of the temple are distributed in the upper two stories. A narrowly covered verandah has been erected, which serves as an audience-chamber and it is attached to the sanctum, which houses the goddess Dakshina Kali. A huge spacious Natmandir (Dancing Hall) has been erected in front of the temple The Garbha Griha houses the deity of goddess Kali, famously known as Bhavataraini. The idol stands on the chest of Lord Shiva, who rests in a lying posture. The two idols stand beautifully on a thousand-petal lotus, made of silver. This colossal temple of Kali is renowned as one of the rare temples of Indian origin. This Kali Temple in Dakshineswar is very much associated with Sri Ramakrishna Pramhans, as he was one of the earliest priests of the temple. His room, which nestles at the temple premise, can be accessed by all devotees, who visit the temple. Tuesdays and Saturdays are believed as an auspicious day for Kali worship. On both these days, there is a huge congregation of devotees at the Dakshineswar temple. The Sandhya Aarti is the prime attraction of devotees, which is truly amazing.
TIMING-
All days of the week 6:00 AM - 12:30 PM 3:00 PM - 9:00 AM
TIME SPENT-
2 to 3 hours
ENTRY FEE-
No entry fee


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