Monday, September 26, 2011

The famous Dakshineshwar temple in Kolkatta

The famous Dakshineshwar temple in Kolkatta (Calcutta) was founded by Rani Rashmoni. The temple houses the idol of Goddess Kali who is the main diety. The temple precinct also houses 12 identical temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. These 12 temples house black Shivalings while the interior is also done in black and white stone. In the north east corner of the temple precinct is the temple dedicated to Vishnu or the Radha Kanta temple. It houses the idols of Krishna and Radha.