Temples form an important part of the city of Kolkata. Religious and Spiritual devotees regularly visit the temples to offer prayers. They are also a important place of interest. To rekindle hope in life, to pray for mankind or to feel good about oneself, people visit the temples in large numbers. They can be called the Soul of Kolkata. Faith brings people together and the temples play an important role in doing this.
Here are the ten Temples in Kolkata of great importance!
Kalighat Temple
Address: Anami Sangha, Kalighat, Kolkata (Map)
Contact No.: 033 2243 6440
Timings: 5:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Kalighat Temple is one of the Oldest Temple in the City of Kolkata. It is believed to be of the era of Chandragupta II. The present structure is more modern. Devotees and Tourists visit this temple in huge numbers to offer prayers. Located in South Kolkata the place gives a very spiritual feel. The temple is mainly to worship god Kali whom the Bengalis have a high regard for.
Dakkshineswar Kali Temple
Address: May Dibas Pally, Dakshineswar, Kolkata (Map)
Contact No.: 033 2564 5222
Timings: 5:00 AM–8:00 PM
This Temple structure is beautiful. The Architecture is one of the best amongst all the Temples. The main Temple is of Goddess Kali. There are also twelve shrines devoted to Lord Shiva and one to Radha-Krishna. The story behind its inception is that Kali came in the dreams of Rani Rasmoni when she was going to offer prayers in Kashi. Kali Goddess told her in her dreams to build a temple here and offer prayers to him here. People who visit this temple also make there way to Belur Ghat. The temple is surrounded by the mighty Ganges.
Birla Temple
Address: 29, Ashutosh Chowdary Ave, Ballygunge, Opposite Ballygunge Post Office, Kolkata (Map)
Contact No.: 033 2461 5717
Timings: 5.30 AM – 11:00 AM, 4.30 PM – 9:00 PM
With amazing architecture, this Temple structure is also a main tourist attraction. Situated centrally in Asutosh Chowdhury Avenue, Ballygunge, devotees can be seen offering prayers here in huge numbers. The other name for this temple is Lakshmi Narayan Temple. The whole Temple is made of marble. Lord Krishna’s teachings adorn the slabs. The temple has the statues of deities Durga, Krishna and Radha along with Shiva in meditation posture.
Bhukailash Shiv Temple
Address: Bhukailash Rd, Babu Bazar, Khidirpur, Kolkata (Map)
Contact No.: 080 1389 6008
Timings: 7:00 AM–6:30 PM
This is ideal place for experience, god and nirvana seekers. The main Temple along with the other Shiva Linga Temples is one of the biggest. You will find a huge number of devotes offering prayers here.
Sree Sree 108 Karunamoyee Kali Mata Temple
Address: 107/1, Southern Avenue, Kolkata (Map)
Contact No.: 033 2465 6658
Timings: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Also known as Lake Kalibari this Temple is famous for the vibrant Aarti Sessions. Tourists and local devotes throng the place in equal numbers. The Devotional Prayers are very Spiritual in Nature. This Temple has grown bigger with time.
Hanuman Temple
Address: 63, Dum Dum Rd, Daga Colony, Space Town, Jhilbagan, South Dum Dum, Kolkata (Map)
Contact No.: 083 3486 1107
Timings: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
This is an ideal Temple to seek Nirvana. Quiet and Aesthetic, devotees come here for a peaceful prayer. This has still not become very commercial.
Shree Aadi Bhootnath Temple
Address: Strand Rd, Jorabagan, Kolkata (Map)
Contact No.: Not Avaiable
Timings: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Situated in Beniatola, devotees are very loyal to this Temple. Small and non commercial, it exudes high levels of spirituality. Still not known to many people, it is valued a lot by its unwavering devotees.
Balaram Temple
Address: 55A, Shyampukur Street, Kolkata (Map)
Contact No.: 033 2554 5006
Timings: 6:00 AM – 11:30 AM, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
This is where the Ramakrishna Mission Association took its birth. Holy Mother Sri Sarada Devi, Sri Ramakrishna and his disciples visited this place several times. This Temple has a huge significance in history and is an important landmark. This is a great place for photography also.
Shiv Temple
Address: Rabindra Sarani, Sovabazar, Kumartuli, Shobhabazar, Kolkata (Map)
Contact No.: Not Avaiable
Timings: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this Temple is very popular among devotees and tourists alike. You can offer your prayers at peace in the serene environment.
Japanese Buddhist Temple
Address: 60/1, Kabi Bharati 700 029, 2, Lake Rd, Hemanta Mukherjee Sarani, Lake Market, Kalighat, Kolkata (Map)
Contact No.: 91+ 72785 99017
Timings: 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM
This temple is very unique. The monks offer their prayers and chant in the Japanese Language. This will be an unique experience and not to be missed when in Kolkata. The monks chant the whole day and it is a beautiful to involve yourself in the spiritual atmosphere.
