Pavagadh Kalika Mata Temple

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Six persons were killed on Saturday after the cable wire of a ropeway meant for material transport at the Kalika Mata temple snapped, causing the cable car to crash to the ground in the Pavagadh area of Gujarat’s Panchmahal district.

About Pavagadh Kalika Mata Temple

• It is a Hindu temple complex and pilgrim centre at the summit of Pavagadh Hill in Panchmahal District, Gujarat.
• The presiding deity is Maa Kali (Kalika Mata), a form of Goddess Durga/Shakti.
• It is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas in India.
• It lies at an elevation of 762 meters above sea level. It is located on a cliff surrounded by dense forest cover. 
• The temple is believed to be over 1,000 years old, with its origins tracing back to the 10th–11th centuries. Mahakali’s idol was installed here in the 12th century.
• It saw patronage and renovations under the Solanki Rajput dynasty, who ruled large parts of Gujarat.
• During the reign of Sultan Mahmud Begada, Pavagadh and Champaner became key religious and cultural centers.
• Today, the temple is a part of the Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004.

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Pavagadh Kalika Mata Temple Architecture

• Built with stone, the temple structure reflects medieval Hindu temple architecture with intricate carvings, domes, and an inner sanctum (garbhagriha).
• The sanctum houses the black stone idol of Mahakali—the upper part visible to devotees, while the lower part remains underground, symbolizing mystery and divine grounding.
• The temple has been refurbished in recent years, with improved ropeway connectivity and facilities while maintaining its sacred ambiance.

Source: IE