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Coordinates: 22.518°N 88.346°E. 750m. 780yds. Kalighat is a locality of Kolkata, in Kolkata district, West Bengal, India. One of the oldest neighbourhoods in South Kolkata, Kalighat is also densely populated — with a history of cultural intermingling with the various foreign incursions into the area over time. Kalighat Kali Temple, c. 1887.
Learn about the holy Shakti Peeth of Goddess Kali, located by the Adi Ganga canal in Kolkata. See the history, legend, timings, entry fee, images and more of the temple that dates back to the Gupta Empire.
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Kalighat painting, Kalighat Patachitra, or Kalighat Pat (Bengali: কালীঘাট পটচিত্র) is style of Indian paintings which originated in the 19th century. It was first practiced by a group of specialized scroll painters known as the patuas in the vicinity of the Kalighat Kali Temple in Kolkata (formerly Calcutta ), in the ...
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Kalighat Kali Temple is a Hindu temple in Kalighat, Kolkata, West Bengal, India, dedicated to the Hindu goddess Kali. [1] . It is one of the 51 Shakti Pithas in eastern India. [2] Legend. A Replica of the Kalighat temple Kali at a Puja Pandal in Kolkata.
Kalighat Kali Temple is one of the 4 main Shakti Peethas in India, dedicated to Goddess Kali. Learn about its legend, history, architecture, daily poojas and festivals, and how to reach the temple in Kolkata.
Kalighat Kali Temple is one of the oldest and most important temples in Kolkata. It is believed to have been built around 15th century, but some sources suggest that it may date back to 12th century or even earlier.
Learn about the history, architecture and rituals of Kalighat Temple, dedicated to the goddess Kali, in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Find out how to visit, what to see and do, and nearby attractions in this Lonely Planet guide.
