New Delhi Kali Bari, Hindu temple for Bengali community in Mandir Marg, New Delhi, India
Description
New Delhi Kali Bari is a Hindu temple serving the Bengali community located on Mandir Marg. Its main prayer hall features a black stone idol of Goddess Kali positioned centrally beneath an ornately carved dome structure.
History
The temple was founded in 1930 and formally inaugurated in 1935, marking an important moment for the Bengali community in Delhi. This establishment reflected the growing presence and religious needs of the community in the city.
Culture
The temple keeps Bengali traditions alive through daily rituals and ceremonies performed according to Kolkata customs. Visitors can experience the religious practices of the Bengali community firsthand during their time here.
Practical
The temple complex provides accommodation options including rooms and dormitories designed for visitors. Travelers can make use of these facilities while spending time at the site.
Did you know?
A sacred peepal tree on the temple grounds attracts devotees who tie red threads around its trunk. This practice of making offerings at the tree is a detail many visitors miss.
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