Nalateswari Temple, Nalhati
The temple is dedicated to Goddess Kali in her Shakti form, worshipped intensely by devotees from across India .
Architecture of the Temple
The temple sits on a raised platform, with a striking entrance and Garbha Griha (inner sanctum) accessible immediately upon entry .
At the entrance, an idol of Lord Ganesha surrounded by eight snakes greets devotees—a shrine established by Rani Bhabani .
The main idol is a 4‑foot stone figure with three eyes (Trinetra), a golden tongue, and a vermilion‑coated face symbolizing Sati’s throat, creating a mystical “gulping” effect when devotees pour water—it neither overflows nor dries up .
The complex also features a sacred banyan tree where devotees tie red and yellow threads to fulfill wishes, along with smaller shrines for Shiva as Yogesh Bhairav, Ganesha, and more .
How to Reach to Temple
By Rail: Nalhati Junction is the nearest railway station, well connected on the Eastern Railway loop—just a short walk or auto ride to the temple .
By Air: Nearest airport is Kolkata, approximately 200 km away; travel onwards by rail or road .
By Road: Nalhati is accessible via buses and shared automobiles from Rampurhat, Suri, Kolkata, and surrounding towns. The scenic Brahmani River flows nearby .
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