Tarapith Temple, Birbhum
Tarapith is not just a temple, but a powerful Tantric pilgrimage center, attracting sadhus, devotees, and spiritual seekers from all over India.
Architecture of the Temple
The temple features Bengali-style terracotta architecture, with a curved roof (chala) and detailed carvings.
The main sanctum (garbhagriha) houses a black stone idol of Goddess Tara, depicted in a fearsome form with Lord Shiva’s corpse lying on her lap.
The inner sanctum is covered with silver and gold, and the temple walls depict various scenes from Hindu mythology.
Near the temple lies the cremation ground (maha smashan)—a spiritually potent place believed to be blessed by Maa Tara herself.
How to Reach to Temple
By Air:
- Nearest airport: Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, Durgapur (~90 km)
- Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, Kolkata (~225 km)
By Train:
- Nearest railway station: Rampurhat Railway Station (~9 km)
- Frequent trains from Howrah, Sealdah, and Asansol
By Road:
- Well-connected by road from Kolkata, Durgapur, Asansol, and Santiniketan
- Buses and taxis are easily available to reach Tarapith
Temple Timings
