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Karni Mata Temple
Deshnok, Rajasthan
15th Century CE
Known as the Rat Temple, home to over 25,000 holy rats (kabas) that are worshipped and fed. Spotting a white rat is considered extremely auspicious.
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Details
- Dynasty
- Rajput
- Style
- Rajasthani
- Primary Deity
- Karni Mata
- Languages
- Hindi, Sanskrit
- Scripts
- Devanagari, Sanskrit
Historical Significance
Temple of Rats — 25,000 holy rats. White rat sighting is auspicious. Unique temple in the world
Architectural Features
Silver gatesMarble carvingsRat population of 25,000Ornate silver doors