Bakreswar Temple, Birbhum
It is one of the prominent 51 Shakti Peethas, making it a highly significant pilgrimage spot for devotees of both Shiva and Shakti.
Architecture of the Temple
The temple follows traditional Bengali Hindu temple architecture with a simple yet spiritually uplifting structure.
The main sanctum houses the Shiva Lingam known as Bakranath.
The surroundings include several other small temples and kunds (hot water springs), enhancing the spiritual experience.
The temple is surrounded by natural beauty, enhancing the serene and meditative atmosphere for pilgrims.
How to Reach to Temple
By Road:
- Well connected by buses and taxis from major cities like Kolkata, Bolpur (Santiniketan), and Suri.
- Bakreswar is about 23 km from Bolpur (Santiniketan) and 58 km from Suri.
By Train:
- Nearest railway station: Siuri Railway Station (SURI) or Bolpur Shantiniketan Railway Station.
- From the station, local transport like cabs or buses are available to reach the temple.
By Air:
From Kolkata, one can take a train or road transport to reach Bakreswar.
Nearest Airport: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata (Approx. 200 km).
Temple Timings
