• Karni Mata Temple, also known as the Rat Temple, is located in Deshnoke near Bikaner, Rajasthan.
• It is dedicated to Karni Mata, believed to be an incarnation of Goddess Durga.
• The temple is famous for housing around 25,000 rats (called kabbas), which are considered sacred.
• The temple’s unique tradition treats these rats as reincarnated souls of Karni Mata's devotees, and seeing white rats here is considered especially auspicious.

• The Karni Mata Temple's current structure was completed in the early 20th century under the patronage of Maharaja Ganga Singh of Bikaner.
• He commissioned the building, which is renowned for being constructed entirely of marble with architectural styles influenced by Mughal and Rajput design.
• The temple features intricate marble carvings, delicately designed silver doors depicting stories from Karni Mata's legends, and ornate embellishments using silver and gold.
• Its architecture reflects a syncretic style combining traditional Rajput and Mughal elements, with jali screens for ventilation and fine marble work that enhances its grandeur.

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