Bhramri Devi Mandir is one of the 51 Shaktipeethas belonging to Devi Sati/ Durga where the left leg of Devi Sati fell at Trisotra, Salbari village, Bodaganj, Jalpaiguri, West Bengal. It is a famous Shakti Peethas in West Bengal.
Shrine’s History
Bhramari Devi Temple is located on the banks of the Tista River, this is one of the reasons why it is also known as Tristrota Shakti Peeth. Here the Devi is accompanied by Her Bhairava was known as Lord Ishwara.Devi Bhramri is also one of the manifestations of Devi Adi Shakti- the Goddess of Power and Strength.The exact date of the temple’s creation is still unknown as this is a Shakti Peeth that had been formed centuries back. It is believed that the Vama Pada or the left leg of Sati or Shakti fell at this place to form the Mata Bhramri Devi Temple.
Legends Associated with This Shrine
According to the Purana, once Arun Asura conquered the Heavens and evacuated all Gods from their lavish abode. The repulsive Asura tried to conquer on the wives of the Gods too. Then the Goddess prayed to Goddess Parmeshwari who then transformed Herself into a large bee and along with a swarm of bees attacked the demon. The bees torn up the chest of the Asura and killed him. From then onwards the divine mother is also known as ‘Bhramari Devi or Bumblebee’- as a saviour and protector of mankind.
Shrine’s Map Location and How to Go There
By Road
Near Bus Stand Tinbatti More Bus Stop
By Rail
Nearby Railway Station Mainaguri, New Jalpaiguri Junction Railway Station (NJP)
By Air
Nearby Airport Bagdogra Airport
Shrine Timings
All Days Open 06.00 a.m. Close 10:00 p.m.
Events Celebrated at This Shrine
April – Kumbham October – Navratri
Extra Information About this Shrine
Location and Contact Fulbari, West Bengal 734004 Contact Number: West Bengal Tourism Development Corporation Ltd. Hemanta Bhawan, 12 B.B.D. Bag (East), Kolkata-700 001 Phone: 033-4401 2086/4401 2082, Fax: 2231 4063 Website: www.hbhramaridevi.com Darsan Info Darsan Info: It is asked to bathe and wear fresh clothes before entering the temple to offer puja. Those who are intending to attend the aarti must not eat in the morning. The same rule applies for the devotees attending the Nitya or special puja inside the temple premise. Darsan Dress code: Pilgrims should be in modest clothing as a mark of respect to the Goddess. But no dress code is officially maintained. Culture Known to be the ‘mini-India’ for its diverse geographical as well as cultural variations, West Bengal is also popular for housing over 14 shakti paths. Coming back to the culture of this eastern state of India, since prior and the post-partition times, Bengal is famous for its enriched culture. From Darjeeling to the Sundarbans, and from Puruliya to the ‘Rare’ area of Birbhum- each of the provinces has a unique cultural approach. Starting from the Bengali music, dance, theatre, literature, art, and notwithstanding the mouthwatering cuisine- West Bengal has successfully created a mark for its exclusive aesthetics in the world panorama. Language Spoken: Bengali, Hindi, English<