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Presiding Deity
Goddess Kalka (Kali)
Typical Timings
4:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Main Festival
Navratri
Significance
One of Delhi's oldest and most significant Shakti temples, dedicated to a fierce form of the goddess, drawing large crowds especially during Navratri.
What Makes It Special
One of the very few ancient Shakti temples within the boundaries of the national capital.
Address
Kalkaji Temple, New Delhi, Delhi, India
Timings and festival dates shift by day, season, and local calendar — please confirm with the temple or a regional source before you travel.
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