Sacred Place
Dakshinkali Temple
A major Shakti pitha on the southern edge of the Kathmandu Valley, dedicated to the goddess Kali and known for regular animal sacrifice offerings in keeping with regional Shakta tradition.
- Type
- Temple
- Location
- Pharping area, Kathmandu Valley, Bagmati Province, Nepal
History & Significance
Dakshinkali is among the most significant Shakti pithas (goddess power-sites) in the Kathmandu Valley, drawing pilgrims especially on Tuesdays and Saturdays, the days traditionally considered most auspicious for Kali worship. The temple sits at the confluence of two streams, a siting typical of Shakti pithas across South Asia.