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Kalighat Shakti Peetha
Kalighat Kali Temple
Kolkata Kali Temple
Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Last Updated: 2/28/2026
Divine Manifestations
Body Part of Sati:
Right Toe of Sati
Shakti Form:
Kali
The presiding deity at Kalighat is Goddess Kali, a fierce and compassionate form of Shakti who is worshipped for protection, justice, and liberation from ego.
Bhairava Form:
Nakuleshwar Bhairava
Nakuleshwar is the guardian deity of this Shakti Peetha, a form of Shiva who protects the temple and its spiritual energies.
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Kalighat Shakti Peetha
Kalighat Kali Temple
Sati right toe
Nakuleshwar Bhairava
Kali worship Kolkata
Shakti Peetha West Bengal
Tantra Shakti temple
Significance of the Peetha
- Kalighat is one of the most famous and powerful Shakti Peethas in India. It is believed that the right toe of Sati fell here. The temple has a deep spiritual and cultural significance and is a major pilgrimage center for devotees of Kali.
Spiritual Importance
Kalighat is not only a Shakti Peetha but also a key Tantric center. The energy here is intense and transformative, attracting sages, saints, and spiritual seekers for centuries.
Main Attractions
- Iconic black stone idol of Kali with three eyes and protruding tongue
- Sacred spring (Kundupukur) believed to have healing powers
- Nakuleshwar Bhairava Temple nearby
- Daily elaborate rituals and arati
Temple Architecture
Bengali-style temple with a unique natmandir (prayer hall), central shrine, and ornate terracotta decorations typical of 19th-century Bengal temple design.
Festivals Celebrated
How to Reach
Nearest Airport:
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata
Nearest Railway Station:
Howrah Station / Sealdah Station
Local Transportation:
Easily accessible by Metro (Kalighat Station), buses, taxis, and autos.