Karni Mata Temple - Deshnoke, Rajasthan, India
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member denben
N 27° 47.460 E 073° 20.487
43R E 336600 N 3075153
Frieze on the beautiful marble facade of the Karni Mata Temple in Deshnoke, 30 km from Bikaner, in Rajasthan.
Waymark Code: WMQ302
Location: India
Date Posted: 12/09/2015
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member bluesnote
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The temple is famous for the approximately 20,000 black rats that live, and are revered in the temple. These holy rats are called kabbas, and many people travel great distances to pay their respects. The temple draws visitors from across the country for blessings, as well as curious tourists from around the world.

Out of all of the thousands of rats in the temple, there are a few white rats, which are considered to be especially holy. They are believed to be the manifestations of Karni Mata herself and her four sons. Sighting them is a special blessing and visitors put in extensive efforts to bring them forth, offering prasad, a sweet holy food.

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Karni Mata Temple Rd Deshnok , Rajasthan India 334801


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