Mahakali Temple
The Mahakal temple, also known as Mahakal mandir, is a sacred Hindu temple located in Darjeeling, West Bengal, India. Dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva, the temple was built in 1782 by Lama Dorjey Rinzing. It is situated atop Observatory Hill and is notable for being an amalgamation of Hindu and Buddhist religions, serving as a religious site where both faiths coexist harmoniously.
मुख्य विवरण · Temple details
- प्रमुख देवता / Deity: Shiva (शिव)
- स्थान / Location: Ghatkesar, Andhra Pradesh
- निर्माण / Built: 1782-01-01T00:00:00Z
- निर्माता / Built by: Lama Dorjey Rinzing
महत्व · Significance
A sacred site where Hindu and Buddhist religions coexist harmoniously.
Nearby temples
- Yellamma Temple (1.0 km)
- Sri Gnanagiri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple (2.8 km)
- Katamayya temple (5.2 km)
- Laxmi Narshimha Swamy Temple (5.6 km)
- Bommanampadu - Shiva layam (7.0 km)
सामान्य प्रश्न · FAQ
Which deity is worshipped at Mahakali Temple?
Mahakali Temple is dedicated to Shiva (शिव).
Where is Mahakali Temple located?
Mahakali Temple is located in Ghatkesar, Andhra Pradesh, India, at coordinates 17.4055, 78.6627.
Which temples are near Mahakali Temple?
Nearby temples include Yellamma Temple (1.0 km); Sri Gnanagiri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple (2.8 km); Katamayya temple (5.2 km).