Kalimath is a sacred Hindu temple located in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India. It’s situated at an altitude of about 5,400 feet in the Himalayas. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Kali, an incarnation of Goddess Durga. Kalimath is a significant religious site and is believed to be one of the 108 Shakti Peethas, which are holy abodes of the Hindu goddess.
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Kalimath in Ukhimath (Kali Mata Temple)
Kalimath is a sacred Hindu temple located in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India. Situated near Ukhimath, Kalimath is dedicated to Goddess Kali, one of the forms of Goddess Durga. It’s considered one of the 108 Siddhpeeths (holy places) in Hindu mythology. The temple holds immense religious significance and attracts devotees throughout the year, especially during the auspicious occasions of Navratri, when it sees a surge in pilgrims seeking blessings.
How To Reach Kalimath Temple
By Road
From Delhi: Delhi to Kalimath Temple is approximately a 450 km journey via NH7 and NH58. You can drive or hire a taxi from Delhi to reach Rudraprayag, from where Kalimath is about 32 km away.
From Dehradun: Kalimath is roughly 176 km from Dehradun. You can drive or take a bus from Dehradun to Rudraprayag, and then proceed to Kalimath.
From Rishikesh: Rishikesh to Kalimath is around 142 km. You can drive or take a bus from Rishikesh to Rudraprayag, and then proceed to Kalimath.
By Train
The nearest railway station to Kalimath is Rishikesh Railway Station, located around 137 km away. From Rishikesh, you can hire a taxi or take a bus to reach Rudraprayag and then proceed to Kalimath.
By Air
The nearest airport to Kalimath is the Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, approximately 174 km away. From the airport, you can hire a taxi or take a bus to reach Kalimath via Rudraprayag.