Title: Visit Dakshineswar: Best of Dakshineswar, Kolkata Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Dakshineswar](https://expedia.ca/Dakshineswar-Kolkata-Hotels.0-n553248635974587260-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Kolkata](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Kolkata.d178244.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Kolkata](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Kolkata.d178244.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Dakshineswar Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Dakshineswar.d553248635974587260.Car-Rental-Guide)[Dakshineswar Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Dakshineswar.d553248635974587260.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Dakshineswar ## Kolkata ![Dakshineswar Kali Temple is a Hindu temple located in Dakshineswar near Kolkata. Situated on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River, the presiding deity of the temple is Bhavatarini, an aspect of Kali, meaning, 'She who liberates Her devotees from the ocean of existence i.e. Saṃsāra'. The temple was built in 1855 by Rani Rashmoni, a philanthropist and a devotee of Kali. The temple is famous for its association with Ramakrishna, a mystic of 19th Century Bengal.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/792/6bc3acc7-f364-4dbc-a405-db16f6ddba51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dakshineswar Kali Temple is a Hindu temple located in Dakshineswar near Kolkata. Situated on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River, the presiding deity of the temple is Bhavatarini, an aspect of Kali, meaning, 'She who liberates Her devotees from the ocean of existence i.e. Saṃsāra'. The temple was built in 1855 by Rani Rashmoni, a philanthropist and a devotee of Kali. The temple is famous for its association with Ramakrishna, a mystic of 19th Century Bengal.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/792/6bc3acc7-f364-4dbc-a405-db16f6ddba51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dakshineswar Kali Temple showing a temple or place of worship, a city and religious elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106970/08d69d2b-5748-42f4-8919-1c73b5e5d361.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dakshineswar Kali Temple which includes night scenes, religious aspects and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106970/520ad468-55be-4093-9d47-d71b8cd02336.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dakshineswar Kali Temple showing a temple or place of worship and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106970/9dc17863-7110-4138-bb89-25a0c2dec756.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Dakshineswar Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Kolkata travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Kolkata.dx178244) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Dakshineswar Kali Temple featuring religious aspects and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106970/e03024d7-fe66-4dc1-8583-1ea0ae22715b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dakshineswar Kali Temple Admire architectural beauty and see important religious icons at this sacred temple complex on the banks of the Hooghly River. [](https://expedia.ca/Dakshineswar-Kali-Temple-Dakshineswar.d6106970.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kolkata which includes night scenes, a city and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532740554/13209bb2-9e24-4e4c-8d71-e8fb353ec815.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### New Town Eco Park Known for its diverse ecological landscapes, man-made lake, children’s play area and musical fountain show, this ecological park is fun for all the family. [](https://expedia.ca/New-Town-Eco-Park-Kolkata.d553248621532740554.Vacation-Attraction) ![New Market which includes a city, heritage architecture and markets](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106920/53add51f-0ef7-4543-ae25-b32e7b14ada7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### New Market Hunt for bargains at one of Kolkata’s oldest markets, an indoor arcade with food, clothing and handicraft stalls that’s been serving the city for over 135 years. [](https://expedia.ca/New-Market-Dharmatala.d6106920.Vacation-Attraction) ![Victoria Memorial showing heritage architecture, a memorial and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106912/51ffe8c4-4bfd-4e5f-800d-1e8ff23a08d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Victoria Memorial See photographs and paintings charting Kolkata’s history at this marble palace dedicated to England’s Queen Victoria, the former Empress of India. [](https://expedia.ca/Victoria-Memorial-Kolkata.d6106912.Vacation-Attraction) ![Howrah Bridge which includes a river or creek and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106942/d947a19f-f22e-4fe7-a9bf-f056d4e6f15c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Howrah Bridge Set foot on or glide under a famous Kolkata landmark, a colossal engineering feat that’s inspired many movie-makers. [](https://expedia.ca/Howrah-Bridge-Kolkata.d6106942.Vacation-Attraction) ![Views from the ferry!#BelurMathToDakshineshwar #waterlust #WestBengal #IncredibleIndia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178950/da7aa8e1-894d-4074-9465-41f4792a13f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Belur Math Find out about the history of Howrah with a stop at Belur Math. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.ca/Belur-Math-Kolkata.d6106976.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![ 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal, Agra from Kolkata with Both Side Commercial Flight](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2080865/633ac933-44bf-481f-a243-02d950675958.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal, Agra from Kolkata with Both Side Commercial Flight CA $791 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/2-day-tour-to-the-taj-mahal.a2080865.activity-details) ![Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2150298/f735dc9b-02f5-4450-a50e-f6d9ccb86933.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata CA $175 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-full-day-sightseeing-tour-of-kolkata.a2150298.activity-details) ![Kolkata 2 Day Private Tour with Guide and Car](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47745248/a455c272-0360-4371-8626-ef9a7cae2f28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kolkata 2 Day Private Tour with Guide and Car CA $467 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/kolkata-2-day-private-tour-with-guide-and-car.a47745248.activity-details) ![Private Calcutta Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2394318/c3ac8a4c-b4be-4096-bcf5-fc7f426efd10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Calcutta Tour CA $107 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-calcutta-tour.a2394318.activity-details) ![Explore Kolkata- Private Full Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2155398/7290cd8e-136a-44d8-b2d1-56289b1940e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Explore Kolkata- Private Tour with Lunch CA $258 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/explore-kolkata-private-tour-with-lunch.a2155398.activity-details) ![Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2080868/e35537f5-cbc1-470b-bb4f-c464ec66f391.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights CA $1,083 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-2-day-tour-to-the-taj-mahal-and-agra-with-both-side-commercial-flights.a2080868.activity-details) [See all activities in Kolkata](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Kolkata.d178244.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Dakshineswar Hotel Deals ![ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37600000/37590700/37590630/fc8b5bc0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata 1 JBS Haldane Avenue Kolkata West Bengal Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $153 CA $181 total Mar 25 - Mar 26 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kolkata. 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