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Shimla Kali Bari Temple
Maa Kali (Shyamala Devi — City's Namesake)Bengali Devotees 1845 • Rothney Castle Jakhu RangeVerified Sanctum

Shimla Kali Bari Temple

शिमला काली बाड़ी मंदिर • Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

Sanctum Overview & Heritage

Historic shrine dedicated to Goddess Shyamala Devi from whom Shimla derives its name; famous for wooden deity and pristine Himalayan views.

Sanctum LocationKali Bari Road, Above Mall Road, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Transit ConnectivityShimla Old Bus Stand / Mall Road — 5 min walk
Darshan Timings5:30 AM – 1:00 PM & 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Aarti & Bhog TimingsPratah Aarti: 6:00 AM | Sandhya Aarti: 7:00 PM

Official Offerings & Sevas

All provisions are managed directly by temple authorities.

6 Active Offerings
Darshan Passes₹200

Sheegra Darshan Fast Track Pass (Shimla)

Skip long general waiting queues for fast peaceful darshan at Shimla Kali Bari Temple.

Home Delivery₹351

Shimla Kali Bari Temple Speed Post Prasad Box

Authentic temple dry sweets, sanctum vibhuti/kumkum, and raksha sutra mailed to your doorstep.

Puja & Rituals₹501

Gotra Sankalp & Special Archana Seva

Temple archakas invoke your family Gotra and names during sacred daily rituals.

Aarti Seva₹101

Sandhya Maha Aarti Participation Token

Reserved enclosure seat during the grand evening Daily Midnight Shyama Aarti & Traditional Khichdi Prasad.

Accommodation₹750

Shimla Pilgrim Yatri Niwas / Guest House

Clean family guest rooms operated by the trust close to Shimla Kali Bari Temple.

Donations₹101

Annadanam Seva & Mandir E-Hundi (80G)

Tax-exempt charitable donation towards free feeding of thousands of daily pilgrims.

Temple Office & Assistance

+91 177 265 2408
shimlatemple@utsavsangh.com
Notice to Devotees:

Devotees are requested to arrive 15 minutes prior to their reserved VIP Darshan or Aarti token slot. Please keep your digital pass QR code handy.

100% Tax-Deductible Seva

All donations made via E-Hundi are eligible for tax deduction under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act. Instant 80G receipts are generated digitally upon donation confirmation.