Daat Kali Mandir – Guide
Maa Daat Kali Mandir is a famous temple for Hindus, which is located on Sahanpur Dehradun Highway Road. This temple is completely dedicated to Maa Kali, who is believed to be a part of Goddess Sati, the wife of Lord Shiva.
Maa Daat Kali Mandir is also known as Manokamna Siddhapeeth and Kali Temple. It is believed that Mata Daat Kali Temple is one of the nine Siddhapeeths. Maa Daat Kali Temple is one of the famous temples of Dehradun and is situated at a distance of 14 km from Dehradun city.
History of Maa Kali Temple
Maa Daat Kali Temple was built on 13 June 1804 AD when the construction work of Dehradun-Sahanpur highway was being done there. It is believed that Maa Kali appeared in the dream of the engineer, who gave the idol of Goddess Kali to Mahant Sukhbir Gusain for the establishment of the temple. Which is still installed in the temple of the valley. This is called ‘Daat Kali Temple’.
The specialty of Maa Daat Kali Temple is that a divine flame is burning here which has been burning continuously since 1921. Whenever people around here buy a new vehicle, they come to Maa Daat Kali temple for worship in this temple. Here the temple is located on the side of Dehradun-Sahanpur road, so whoever passes by here definitely takes blessings of Maa Kali and offers oil, ghee, flour and other things in the temple. There is also a big hall in this temple where people can take rest.
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Daat Kali Mandir Timings
Daat Kali Mandir opens at 5:00 AM in the morning and close at 9:00 PM in the evening. Daily Puja are performed in the temple in between this timing.
Saturday | 5 am–9 pm |
Sunday | 5 am–9 pm |
Monday | 5 am–9 pm |
Tuesday | 5 am–9 pm |
Wednesday | 5 am–9 pm |
Thursday | 5 am–9 pm |
Friday | 5 am–9 pm |
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Place to visit near this Temple
Sahastradhara
Sahastradhara is a beautiful tourist place located in Dehradun, which is located at a distance of about 11 kms from the city of Dehradun. The literal meaning of Sahastradhara is “The Thousand Fold Spring”. The place also includes waterfalls, caves, steps and agricultural land. The place is also known for springs and caves in which water drips from limestone stalactites. There is no entry fee for Sahastradhara and it is open on all days from sunrise to sunset.
Robbers Cave
Robbers Cave, located about 9 kilometers from Dehradun, is an ancient amazing cave that attracts tourists. The 600 meter long river cave is also known by the local people as Guchupani. Robbers Cave is divided into two main parts. Whose highest fall is estimated to be 10 meters long. Robbers Cave is known for its unique natural phenomena. This place is also known as the vanishing stream.
Har Ki Doon
Har Ki Doon is a beautiful cradle shaped valley located away from the hustle and bustle of Dehradun city. The height of this valley is 3,566 meters above sea level. The place offers a plethora of trekking excursions for the tourists. Har Ki Doon Valley is also known as the “Valley of the Gods”.
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How to reach Daat Kali Mandir
By Air- The Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun is the nearest airport from Daat Kali Mandir, which is at a distance of about 38.5 kms from temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services.
By Train- Nearest railway station from Daat Kali Mandir is Dehradun Railway Station which is at a distance of about 12.5 kms from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services.
By Road- Nearest Bus Stand is ISBT of Dehradun which is approximately at 8.7 kms from Daat Kali Mandir. Roads to this temple are also well connected with the other cities of the country so you can easily reach here by your own vehicle from any part of the country.
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