Baghbazar Siddheswari Kali Mandir — Attraction in Kolkata

One of the oldest Kali temples on the heart of North Kolkata , then Calcutta by the British Era Sovabazar Siddheswari Maa stands still till date on this temple as a mark of immense devotional spirit towards Shakti in the city. It falls among one of the oldest known Kali temples of Kolkata in Rabindra Sarani which was build even before Dakshineshwar Kali temple came up …. The blissful lively deity of the temple is a living proof of Kolkata’s glorious past and history , many renown personalities and saints have visited the temple for Mothers grace & blessings , talking about this particular temple one can’t avoid the name of Sri Sri Thakur Ramakrishna paramhansha who used to visit the temple often for the sake of his devotees and their well being whenever they fell sick ……it was during the beginning of the math and mission culture which first came up in Bengal & the country India as a whole with the help of Swami Vivekananda & his disciple brothers among the first 12 monks of Ramakrishna Math follows Thakur Ramakrishna’s order…..the holy saint used to offer green coconut water and spoonful of sugar for the recovery of his beloved innumerable devotees at that time who by then understood the charisma and ability of Ramakrishna Paramhansha…the famous theatre personality of that time Sri Girish Ghosh whose home used to be just few foot steps away from the temple towards Baghbazar named the goddess as the living “Uttor kolkatar Ginni Maa“ as in female house head who runs the family under her command of North Kolkata…..so this particular temple is a must visit for spiritual devotees all over India n abroad to want to gain knowledge and take a glance of the divine mother and also falls under one of the iconic devotional Hindu temple sight seeing spot for travelbugs coming to the city of joy for the...

Kalikshetra Kolkata. Kalighat Satipeeth is here. Many people know that Devi is very awake. But, there are temples in this Calcutta, where the sadhaka has achieved success. Very few people keep the news of Kalimandir. And, that temple is in Kumortuli area of ​​Kolkata. This temple is known as Siddheshwari Kali Temple. The greatness of this temple is known to many who look for it. The reason is nothing else, Tagore Sri Ramakrishna has told many of his devotees about this temple.

Tagore Sri Ramakrishna himself used to visit this temple regularly. When Keshavachandra Sen fell seriously ill, Sri Ramakrishna offered gold-sugar to the goddess in this temple for his recovery. Upendranath Mukhopadhyay used to rush to this temple on the instructions of Sri Ramakrishna, the founder of Basumati Sahitya Mandir. After composing his plays, Girish Chandra Ghosh used to touch the feet of the goddess in this temple and then start rehearsing the plays. He also affectionately called Devi Siddheswari the 'Ginni of...

A Serene Oasis for Maa Kali Devotees!!

Located in the heart of North Kolkata, this Kali temple is a hidden gem that exudes peace and tranquility. As a devotee of Maa Kali, I was pleasantly surprised to find this unassuming temple, which is a far cry from the grandeur of more famous temples.

The temple's understated architecture belies the sense of calm that pervades the premises. The atmosphere is conducive to introspection and contemplation, making it an ideal spot for those seeking a serene spiritual experience.

The temple staff are warm and welcoming, adding to the overall sense of devotion and reverence. Whether you're a local or just visiting, this temple is definitely worth a visit if you're looking for a peaceful and enriching experience.

A must-visit for all Maa...