Kalimath is a holy place located on the bank of the divine river Saraswati in Rudraprayag district. Situated at a height of 1800 meters above sea level, Kalimath is famous for its various temples devoted to Aadi Shakti.
One of the most famous temples of the region is the Kalimath Temple. India is a land of beliefs and faith. One of the beliefs is the presence of Shakti Peeths all across the country. Kalimath is one of the 108 Shakti peeths that are distributed all over India.
Kalimath mandir has various mythologies surrounding it. One of the popular beliefs is that after killing the demon Raktabeej, Goddess Kali went underneath the ground at this place. Another belief surrounding this place is that the lower body of Goddess Kali is worshipped in Kali Math while the upper body part is worshipped in Dhari Devi temple near Srinagar in Uttarakhand.
One of the most unique features of this temple is that there is no idol of Goddess Kali present here. A silver plate or Sri Yantra which covers the place from where the Goddess Kali entered the earth is worshipped by the devotees. The Sri Yantra is never opened except for the eighth day of Navratri when the Chief priest performs a special prayer. The mystery and the scenic beauty around this temple are what attract devotees from all over the world. Along with Goddess Kali, Goddess Laxmi and Goddess Saraswati are also worshipped here.
The best route to reach Kalimath temple is the roadways via buses and taxis from all major places of Uttarakhand. Tourists find summers to be the most ideal time to visit the place. Besides, even for all the winter lovers, the cold and scenic climate provides a perfect vacation vibe. One must plan their trip around Navratri as the town gets filled with festivities and cheerfulness during this period. One can easily find budget hotels, resorts, lounges, or camping options around Rudraprayag and Ukimath. One must surely visit this historical temple to seek Goddess Kali’s blessings.