Kali Mandir

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Location: PCF4+MV2, Pati Colony, Tumba jote, Siliguri, West Bengal 734010, India.

Estimated Visiting Time: 1 hour.

This Kali temple is in the Sevoke area and is also called Sevokeshwari Kali temple. One has to climb several stairs to reach there. Sevokeswari Kali Mandir Co, mainly known as Sevoke Kali Mandir, is a sacred temple dedicated to Goddess Kali located 26 km from Siliguri on the way to Kalimpong. The Coronation Bridge, also known as Sevoke Bridge, is a famous landmark in the region that spans the Teesta River. Sevoke Kali Mandir, built in 1730, is a sacred Siliguri temple dedicated to the Hindu goddess Kali. It is also known as Sevokeswari Kali Temple. The temple is situated on a hill and can be reached by climbing 107 steps that pass through the mountain.

Attraction

Surrounded by emerald green forests, Sevoke Kali Temple attracts pilgrims and tourists from far and wide with its serenity and breathtaking view of Mount Kanchenjunga. The view of the snow-capped Mount Kanchenjunga over the rapids of the Teesta River has set many a traveler’s heart ablaze, making the Sevoke Kali Temple in Siliguri a must-visit. When visiting Sevoke Kali Temple, visitors first notice the brightly painted staircase leading up to the main temple. During Navratri and Durga Puja, the Sevok temples come alive with the sound of prayer bells, breaking the usual silence of the area.

History

It was built in 1936 by the Maharaja of Patiala. The Maharaja was inspired to create the temple and bring six-foot-tall Maa Kali and Pawan Jyot idols from Bengal to Patiala. If you are looking for the temple, it is located opposite Baradari Udyan today. Many people consider Sri Kali Devi as their family goddess.

Inside/Outside Views

A beautiful view can be seen from inside the temple. There are many idols inside the temple. Someone has beautifully placed the idols there. Outside the temple, there is a beautiful landscape. You can see the natural beauty outside the temple.

Opening Hours

It is open for the pilgrims and tourist 24/7

Entry & Others Fees

There is no entry fee to visit the temple.

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How to Reach

By Air: Bagdogra Airport is one of the nearest airports to Siliguri, about 16 km away. One can easily hire a taxi or a cab to reach Kali Mandir from the bus stand.

By Train: Matigara is the nearest railway station from Kali Mandir. It is well connected with the other cities of the country. One can easily hire a taxi or a cab to reach Kali Mandir from the bus stand.

By Road: Siliguri is the nearest bus stand from Kali Mandir, which is about 50 minutes away from the mandir. One can easily hire a taxi or a cab to reach Kali Mandir from the bus stand.