Dakshineswar Kali Mandir Timings - Kolkata, India

Dakshineswar Kali Mandir Timings

The Dakshineswar Temple opens at 6:00 AM every day. Devotees enter the temple to pray to Goddess Kali. The temple closes at 12:30 PM for a break. It reopens at 3:30 PM for evening darshan. People stand in line to see the Kali Mata. The priests conduct the evening aarti at 6:40 PM. The temple closes at 8:30 PM every night.

Opening Hours

• Monday to Sunday: 6:00 AM - 12:30 PM | 3:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Aarti Timings:

• Morning: 5:30 AM (Summer), 6:30 AM (Winter)
• Evening: 6:30 PM

Best Time to Visit

• Morning (6-8 AM): Less crowded, peaceful darshan
• Evening (6-7 PM): Experience grand aarti with diyas

History

Rani Rashmoni planned a trip to Kashi with her family. She wanted to worship there. One night, Goddess Kali came in her dream. The goddess spoke to her clearly. She told Rani not to go to Kashi. Instead, she asked her to build a temple. The temple would stand near the Ganges. The goddess promised to live in the idol. Rani Rashmoni listened carefully. She followed the goddess's instructions and built the Dakshineswar Temple.

Ramakrishna became head priest in 1855 at age 19 of this Mandir. Swami Vivekananda is one of the disciples of Dhakur Sree Ram Krishan.

Temples in Complex:

• 1 main Bhavatarini Kali shrine
• 12 identical Shiva temples
• 1 Radha-Krishna temple
• 1 Sankirtana (prayer hall)

Rules for Visiting Dakshineswar Temple

• Devotees must follow these guidelines while entering and worshipping at the temple:
• Footwear: Leave shoes outside the temple complex (free storage available).
• Dress Code: Wear modest clothing (avoid shorts/sleeveless tops).
• Electronics: Mobile phones and gadgets are not allowed inside.

Prohibited Items:

• No smoking and alcohol
• No leather items. 
• Photography: Strictly prohibited in the main shrine.

How Far Is It From Kolkata Airport

Distance from Kolkata Airport means Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, to Dakshineswar Temple
is approximately 17–20 km. Travel time is 45–90 minutes, depending on traffic.