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Shri Kali Temple, Burma

Coordinates: 16°46′38.08″N 96°9′16.08″E / 16.7772444°N 96.1544667°E / 16.7772444; 96.1544667
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Shri Kali Temple
The exterior of Shri Kali Temple
Religion
AffiliationHinduism
Location
LocationYangon
StateYangon Region
CountryBurma
Shri Kali Temple, Burma is located in Myanmar
Shri Kali Temple, Burma
Shown within Myanmar
Geographic coordinates16°46′38.08″N 96°9′16.08″E / 16.7772444°N 96.1544667°E / 16.7772444; 96.1544667
Architecture
Completed1871; 153 years ago (1871)

Shri Kali Temple is a Hindu temple located in the undefined Little India in downtown Yangon, Burma. It was built by Tamil migrants in 1871,[1] whilst Burma Province was part of British India. The temple is noted for its colorful architecture, especially its roof, which contains images and stone carvings of many Hindu gods. The temple is maintained by the local Indian community.

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References

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  1. ^ Henderson, Virginia (9 November 2013). "Dancing, Kali Style". The Irrawaddy. Retrieved 13 July 2015.