Kalika Mata Temple is one of the stunning temples of the world. This temple in Gujarat has been built in the name of Mother Kali, and is considered as the oldest in this area built around 10th century. This is the only temple where Hindus and Muslims together worship Goddess Kali Mata. The devotees of Goddess Kali have been visiting this temple since long, even before Champaner got recognition as a separate city.
Inside Kalika Mata Temple
The temple has huge strengthening defense and an open verandah in the front, with two platforms for sacrificing and a series of light hanging to lit during special occasions. The idol of Goddess Kalika Mata, which is the major goddess of this temple is placed in the inner sanctum is only the head known as Mukhwato, which is colored in red. The other idols of goddess Mahakali and the Yantras of Bahuchara are preset in the Garbha Gudi one on right and the other on left of Goddess Mahakali respectively.
The complex of this temple has been divided into two different parts, the ground floor contains the Hindu shrine while the spire of the temple is worshiped by Muslim Shrine and Mausoleum to Sadan Shah Pir, who was a Sufi saint. The flooring is made of pure white marble stones which were installed during the year 1859, which was presented by the minister of Limbdi near Godhra. The temple is opened all time during the year from very early in the morning till late in the night in order to acclimatize the devotees arriving round the clock. The important and the commonly available rest house for accommodation at this place is Machi Haveli. The view from the temple is breathtaking and can be enjoyed by all the people visiting this place.
