The Taraknath temple, dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva worshiped as Taraknath,is a major pilgrimage spot in the town of Tarakeswar, West Bengal, India. Built in 1729,the temple is an atchala structure of Bengal temple architecture with a ‘natmandir’ in front. Close by are the shrines of Kali and Lakshmi Narayan. Dudhpukur, a tank to the north of the Shiva temple is believed to fulfil the prayers of those taking a dip in it.
Shrine’s History
Built in 1729, the temple is an atchala structure of Bengal temple architecture with a ‘natmandir’ in front. Close by are the shrines of Kali and Lakshmi Narayan.Dudhpukur, a tank to the north of the Shiva temple is believed to fulfil the prayers of those taking a dip in it.
Legends Associated with This Shrine
As per local legends, the temple was built after a dream which led the mendicant brother of Raja Vishnu Das to discover a Linga in the jungles near Tarakeswar.The temple was later built around the swayambhu linga referred as Baba Taraknath in 1729 AD
Shrine’s Map Location and How to Go There
By Road
Tarakeshwar is 20 km from Howrah and is well connected by the government and private travel services.
By Rail
By rail, drop at Kamarkundu Railway Station to reach Tarakeshwar.
By Air
Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport is the nearest airport to reach Tarakeshwar.
Shrine Timings
06:00 to 20:00
Events Celebrated at This Shrine
‘Shivaratri’ and ‘Gajan’, the former taking place in Phalgun (Feb-March) while the latter lasts for five days ending on the last day of Chaitra . The month of Sravana is auspicious for Shiva when celebrations are held on each Monday.
