Kalijai Temple

The Kalijai Temple, located on an island in Chilika Lake, Odisha, is one of the most sacred shrines in the region, dedicated to Goddess Kalijai, believed to be an incarnation of Goddess Kali. Surrounded by the serene waters of Asia’s largest brackish water lagoon, the temple attracts thousands of devotees and tourists every year. It’s especially famous during the Makar Sankranti Festival, when pilgrims gather for rituals and the colorful Kalijai Mela. The boat journey to the island offers stunning lake views and bird sightings.