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Between 1556 and 1600, the Maa Kalika temple was established on the banks of the octagonal Jhali pond in the center of the city. According to Aina-e-Akbari, about 500 Rajput families lived in the city. It is believed that the members of these families established Maa Kalika for worship. Since then till now the worship of the mother is done on a grand level every day.

Holding the reputation of one of the most popular temples in Ratlam is Kalika Mata Mandir. The temple is a phenomenal example of fine carving on walls and sculpturing, which makes it one of the most rewarding places to visit in Ratlam for historians as well as followers of Hinduism. Presided by statues of three goddesses, the temple is thronged by hundreds of devotees every day. The statues are an epitome of impressive ancient architecture. Surrounded by gardens, the temple is an ideal spot for families to visit in Ratlam. The shops in the market around are thronged by shoppers of religious artefacts. This market is an offering spot for you if you wish to explore the authentic essence of Ratlam and the rich culture it has inherited over the years.

There is the idol of Kalika Mata that is considered to be the most astounding feature of this temple and one experiences the transformation of energy or ‘shakti’ into your soul as you stand in front of the idol.