Kalighat Kali Temple, Howrah
It houses the fierce yet compassionate Goddess Kali, worshipped in the Kali-kula (tantric) tradition. Devotees flock from across the world to seek her blessings and maternal protection.
Architecture of the Temple
Built in classic Bengal Ath‑chala (eight-sloped) style, the main temple features curved roofs and a truncated dome. Multiple spires crown the structure, richly decorated with terracotta motifs depicting deities and nature.
The central sanctum houses a 3‑ft black stone idol of Kali with three eyes, a golden tongue, and four hands holding symbolic implements. Flanked by Shrines for Shiva and Radha-Krishna, and complemented by a spacious Nat Mandir.
The temple courtyard opens onto a sacred tank (Kundupukur), used for ritual dips and pilgrimage rites.
How to Reach to Temple
By Metro: Kalighat or Jatin Das Park stations—short 5‑minute walk to the temple.
By Road/Buses: On Shyam Prasad Mukherjee Road; served by city buses, autos, and taxis. Routes include 17B, 202, 3C/1, S107.
By Rail: Nearest major stations—Howrah (~10 km) and Sealdah (~7 km).
By Air: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, ~25 km; accessible by taxi or bus.
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