Kalika Mata Temple

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Kalika Mata Temple/Shakti Peeth of Goddess Mahakali, Pavagadh is situated at a distance of about 50 km from Vadodara, in Gujarat. The temple is situated on a cliff of the Pavagadh Hills. Edit

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Kalika Mata Temple is well set amid the fortifications together with an open yard at its entrance while is open long hours so that it can meet the large rush of people. There are 2 altars before the temple where people offer sacrifices to Kalika Mata. The Kali yantra is also worshipped at the Kalika Mata Temple. Goddess Mahakali, Pavagadh is a common Hindu and Muslim pilgrim centre, that is one of the 51 Shakti Peeths scattered throughout India. The temple complex is segmented into 2 parts – the ground floor where the Hindu people offer their prayers while the temple spire is a dome where the Muslim people offer their prayers. The main shrine of the temple which is on the ground floor has images of three divine goddesses – Bahuchara Mata, the Kali Mata, and the Kalika Mata. The restored marble floor of the temple dates back to 1859 which was presented by Limbi’s Prime Minister in Kathiawar.

Kalika Mata Temple

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Kalika Mata Temple dates back to the 10th and 11th century and is considered to be one of the oldest temples in this area. It’s believed that the idol of Kalika Mata was created by a sage named Viswamitra. A stream known as the Vishwamitri originates from the hills of Pavagadh. The deity of this temple is additionally idolized as Dakshina Kali. As per R.K. Trivedi, the Goddess Kalika Mata was actually worshipped by the local Koli and Bhil people, unless she was then invoked and installed on the Pavagadh Hill summit by Vishvamitra.Kalika Mata is also known and worshipped by the Adivasi or tribal people. It is said that Kalika Mata is also known and worshipped as Chandi or Durga. The temple also finds its mentions in Gangadas Pratap Vilas Natakam, a popular 15th century drama. People say that this temple is the residence of Kalika Mata and so they lit a row of lights or diyas on different occasions. The place is also acknowledged as the symbolic place where the toe of Goddess Sati fell.

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October to June.

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Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

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1 to 2 hours.

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Taxi : Taxies are also available from railway station and airport to reach the site.

Bus : State and local transport bus services are available to reach Pavagadh. It is said that travelling to Pavagadh by road is the best option.

Train : Nearest Railway Station is Vadodra Railway station which runs in the Western part of India. Vadodra railway station connects Pavagadh and other major cities of India. From railway station, taxi or board a local bus are available to reach Pavagadh Temple.

Air : Nearest airport is Ahmadabad, to Pavagadh. This airport is located at the distance of 190 kilometers and 50 kms from Vadodra city. There are numerous flights which connect Pavagadh to some major destinations of India. From airport, any transport available to reach Pavagadh.

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