jai kalka mai

Very little is left of the original temple, built almost 3000 years ago, due to invasion and razing by Mughals.[citation needed]. It is also said that Pandavas and Kauravas came here to pray to the almighty. However, a very small portion of the original structure built in the year 1734 can be seen on the topmost point of the hill. Later in the mid 19th century, Raja Kedarnath, the treasurer of Emperor Akbar II made certain changes and additions to the temple.

Kalkaji Mandir is amongst the oldest and the most reverend ancient temples of India. It is also called 'Jayanti Peetha' or 'Manokamna Siddha Peetha'. Manokamna literally means desire, siddha means fulfillment, Peetha means shrine. So, it is the holy shrine where one gets the blessings of Maan Kalika Devi(Goddess Shri Kalika Devi) for the fulfillment of one's desires.
Thousands of devotees come here everyday from from far and wide to get the blessings of Goddess Maan Kalika Devi. The Number of devotees rises to lakhs during the Navratras which has a special significance for her devotees.

JAI KALKA MAI