Chinese Kali Temple Kolkata

Probably the quirkiest temple in Kolkata is Chinese Kali Temple. The temple is one of the most talked-about religious sites in Kolkata. Situated in Chinatown, this popular temple in Kolkata is more than 60-year-old. Since then, Chinese Kali Temple serves as the great example of unity between Hindus and Chinese. Before the present structure, the temple was built under a tree where devotees worshipped a Black Stone smeared with sindoor. An interesting thing to know about this sacred place in Kolkata is that the ‘prasad’ (holy offering) offered at the temple are noodles and chopsuey.

History of Chinese Kali Temple

There is an interesting story associated with this must-visit temple in Kolkata. There was a 10-year-old Chinese boy from the surrounding area, who fell so ill that even doctors were unable to cure his disease. Losing all hopes, his parents lay him down near an old tree and prayed to god for his good health. They continued to pray several days. Suddenly, on one day a miracle happened; the boy got well. With that miracle, the site became a place of religious importance and ever since, it has become one of the important pilgrimage sites in Kolkata, West Bengal.

Location Address

Matheswartala Road, Tangra, Kolkata, West Bengal 700046, India.

Opening & Closing Timings

Being one of the top tourist attractions in Kolkata, Chinese Kali Temple stays open all days of the week, i.e., from Sunday to Saturday. Tourists can plan a pilgrimage tour to the temple on any day from morning to evening.

Nearby Tourist Attractions

There are numerous places of tourist interests in Kolkata that are also visited. Tourists attractions that are located in the proximity to Chinese Kali Temple are: