Shri Kali Temple, Burma

Shri Kali Temple
The exterior of Shri Kali Temple
Shri Kali Temple Location within Myanmar
Geography
Coordinates	16°46′38.08″N 96°9′16.08″E / 16.7772444°N 96.1544667°E / 16.7772444; 96.1544667Coordinates: 16°46′38.08″N 96°9′16.08″E / 16.7772444°N 96.1544667°E / 16.7772444; 96.1544667
Country	Burma
State/province	Yangon Region
Locale	Yangon
History and governance
Date built	1871 (1871)

Shri Kali Temple is a Hindu temple located in the undefined Little India in downtown Yangon, Burma. It was built by Tamil migrants in 1871,^[1] whilst Burma Province was part of British India. The temple is noted for its colorful architecture, especially its roof, which contains images and stone carvings of many Hindu gods. The temple is maintained by the local Indian community.

References

↑ Henderson, Virginia (9 November 2013). "Dancing, Kali Style". The Irrawaddy. Retrieved 13 July 2015.

Hindu temples in Myanmar

Nanpaya Temple Nathlaung Kyaung Temple Shri Kali Temple

Hinduism

Aum Chakra Dharma Gurus and saints Karma Mantra Moksha Yoga Worship

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