Karni Mata Temple (A Unique Rat Temple) Near Bikaner
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Visit a unique temple dedicated to rats that is situated just outside the city of Bikaner in the West Indian state of Rajasthan. The rats, over 25 000 of them, are worshipped here and regarded as the children of the Goddess Karni Mata. The solid silver doors of this temple are another major attraction. The doors have panels depicting scenes from the legends of the Goddess. Highlights • Around 25,000 rats that are fed, protected and worshipped in the temple • Rats can be seen here eating from huge metal bowls of milk, sweets and grains • Solid silver gates of the temple3 hours to 4 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Adult : 1
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02 bottles of mineral water per person
Local English speaking guide
Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Food and drinks, unless specified
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Karni Mata Temple
Karni Mata Temple Rd, Deshnoke, India, 334801You will be picked up from your hotel and driven to Karni Mata Temple that is about 20 miles from Bikaner.
Upon arrival visit the temple along with your local guide. The temple is dedicated to Karni Mata - an incarnation of Goddess Durga. Legend has it that the son of Karni Mata drowned in a pond of water while attempting to drink from it. Karni Mata prayed to the God of Death, Yama, to revive her son. At first Yama refused but relented later and granted a boon to Karni Mata that all her sons would be reincarnated as rats. Eating food that has been nibbled by these rats is considered to be a great honor.
The Temple has huge silver gates and marble carvings that were donated by Maharaja Ganga Singh of Bikaner.
Spend some time at the temple and if you are lucky you may even spot a white rat, considered to be a special blessing.
At the end of the visit, you will be driven back to Bikaner and dropped off at your hotel.2 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
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Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Your hotel/airport in the city of Bikaner
- Travelers will be picked up 30 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketHotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Kolkata time to receive 100% refund.
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