Introduction

Karni Mata Temple, located in Deshnok near Bikaner, Rajasthan, is one of the most unique temples in India

Yeh mandir Maa Karni Mata ko samarpit hai aur yahan hazaaron chuhe (rats) freely temple me ghoomte hain
Isliye ise “Rat Temple” ke naam se bhi jaana jata hai, jo tourists aur devotees dono ke liye ek fascinating place hai

Basic Information (Address + Location)

• Temple Name: Karni Mata Temple
• Location: Deshnok, Bikaner district, Rajasthan
• PIN Code: 334801
• Latitude: 27.7986° N
• Longitude: 73.3427° E

Famous as “Rat Temple” — duniya bhar me unique

History & Significance

• Dedicated to Karni Mata (incarnation of Goddess Durga)
• Temple built in early 20th century
• Belief: Rats are reincarnated devotees

Isliye yahan rats ko sacred mana jata hai

Rats (Special Feature)

• Thousands of rats live inside temple
• Known as “Kabbas”
• White rat dekhna bahut lucky mana jata hai

Devotees inhe food bhi khilate hain

Karni Mata Temple Timing (2026)

• Opening Time: 4:00 AM
• Closing Time: 10:00 PM

Early morning darshan best hota hai

Aarti & Darshan

• Morning Aarti
• Evening Aarti

Aarti ke samay temple ka atmosphere bahut spiritual hota hai

How to Reach Karni Mata Temple

Location:

Deshnok, near Bikaner, Rajasthan

By Road:

• Bikaner → ~30 km

By Train:

• Deshnok Railway Station

By Air:

• Nearest airport: Jodhpur Airport (~250 km)

Best Time to Visit

• October to March
• Navratri Festival (very special)

Temple Highlights

• Famous Rat Temple
• Unique spiritual belief
• Thousands of sacred rats
• Strong cultural importance

Nearby Places

Must visit:

• Bikaner City
• Junagarh Fort
• Laxmi Niwas Palace

FAQs

Q1. Karni Mata Temple kaha hai?

Rajasthan ke Deshnok (Bikaner ke paas) me sthit hai.

Q2. Yeh temple kyun famous hai?

Yahan hazaaron sacred rats hote hain.

Q3. White rat dekhna kya matlab hai?

Lucky mana jata hai.

Q4. Best time kya hai visit ka?

October–March aur Navratri best hai.

Travel Tips

• Temple me barefoot jana hota hai
• Rats se darne ki zarurat nahi
• Cleanliness maintain karein
• Early visit best hota hai