Kalaram Temple
काळाराम मंदिर
An 18th-century stone temple housing a black statue of Rama, built of black basalt, and the historic site of Ambedkar's campaign for Dalits' right to enter temples.
Kalaram Temple was built between 1782 and 1790, funded by a noble of the Peshwa period, and constructed of black basalt. The main sanctum houses black stone sculptures of Rama, Sita and Lakshmana. Kalaram means 'Black Rama'. In 1930, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar led a nonviolent campaign here for Dalits to gain entry to the temple, which holds great historical significance. Admission is free, and shoes must be removed. It is a five-minute walk from Ram Kund.
Opening hours
Approx. 06:00–21:30
Nearby sights
- Sita Gufa
- Kapaleshwar Temple
- Ramkund & Panchavati
- Someshwar Temple & Waterfall
- Pandavleni Caves
- Sula Vineyards
- Anjaneri Hill
- Gondeshwar Temple