India /West Bengal /Hooghly / Kamarpukur

Kamarpukur is a scenic village and has a special place as a natural attraction apart from the importance as a religious destination. The natural beauty and the calmness of this place attract thousands of seclusion seeking tourists to this place. There are many serene ponds suitable for undertaking water sports activities and water tourism. The nearby village of Bhursubo is renowned as a place where a great personality named Manik Raja lived. The Mango grove and the Sukhasayer and Hatisayer tanks are his contributions to this place. The village still has the signs of ancient life styles, cultures and prosperity. The old buildings, tanks and remains of ancient temples are all attractive to the travelers. There are many other attractions in this place including the ancestral home of Sri Ramakrishna, Yogi’s Siva temple, Raghubir Temple, Haldar-Pukur and Manik Raja’s Mango Grove. The temples in this city are really imposing and are places offering secluded worship. Temple of Gopeswar Siva, Dhani Kamarini’s Temple and Mukundapur Siva Temple are some among them. Sitanath Pyne’s House and Chinu Shankhari’s birth-place are also attractive destinations for the tourists.

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Category : Pilgrim

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 712612

STD Code: 3211

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Best Time to Visit:  November – March

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Kamarpukur, renowned as the birthplace of great saint Sri Ramakrishna, is a holy place situated in the Hooghly District of West Bengal in India. Ramakrisna took birth on Kamarpukur soil in 1836 as the son of a poor Brahmin. Ramakrishna’s original home was situated at this village and later Ramakrishna Math was established at this place. The canal Bhutir-Khal flows on the western side of the village. This is a pilgrimage location of devotees of Sri Ramakrishna.

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How to ReachEdit

By Air : Kolkata is the nearest airport to Kamarpukur. It is located at a distance of 90 km from Kamarpukur. Taxi services are available from airport to Kamarpukur at a fare of about Rs 1,000. Kolkata is well connected to Delhi, Mumbai and other major airports. Many direct flights to foreign cities are available from Kolkata.

By Train : Tarakeshwar railway station is about 50 km away. Taxi services are available from Kamarpukur to Tarakeshwar at a fare of Rs 1,200. Tarkeshwar is well connected to Howrah and Sealdah by rail.

By BUS : Kamarpukur can be accessed by buses. Many state owned buses connect Kamarpukur with neighboring cities. It is connected to Tarakeshwar (50 km), Vishnupur (48 km) and Ghatal (30 km).

By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Relax Lodge Hotel ; Laha Bazar, Near The Math, Kamarpukur, West Bengal. ; Ph – 03211-244699 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Elevators, Laundry, Parking.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Dutta Lodge ; Kamarpukar, West Bengal, India. ; Ph – 3211-244547 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Elevators, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Banquet facilities.

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Safety / WarningEdit

• Beware of pickpockets as Kamarpukur is a major tourist city in India.

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• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101
• Police : 100

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