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An immaculate temple town in Birbhum, West Bengal, Tarapith is a renowned Hindu pilgrimage destination visited everyday by thousands of devotees. Tarapith is located at a picturesque location near the Dwaraka River and the village is in the close proximity to famous Bamdev Shangha Ashram. Sundarban tour is a must for those planning a holiday in West Bengal. Tarapith is one of the Sakthi Pithas spotted across all over India. The name Tarapith, sitting place of Goddess Tara, is originated from the belief that Goddess Tara (Sakthi – one form of Devi) is located at this place.According to Hindu mythology, Sati (wife of Lord Siva) was insulted by her father Dakshmaharaj at the Yagna Place and she took extreme step of self immolation in the Yagna pyre. Knowing this, Lord Siva started his intensive Thandava Nrutham (dance). Gods were afraid that the whole world will face destruction if it is not stopped. Lord Vishnu using his Sudarshan Chakra, cut the body of Sati into pieces and the body parts were scattered in 51 locations all over Indian subcontinent. At these holy places Sakthi temples were erected. Tarapith is one such place where the eye ball of Sati had fallen. At this temple, Sakthi is worshipped. Tarapith is also famous for world known great saint Bamakhayapa. It is believed that near the burning ground in Tarapith the saint Bamakhayapa sat in meditation. Maa Tara appeared before him and gave him divine power. There are many smaller temples in Tarapith. One can pay visit to these temples without much hassles. One can visit a nearby temple city of Bakreswar from here.

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Category : Pilgrim

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 723132

STD Code: 3461

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Best Time to Visit:  Nov – Mar

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Tarapith is a small temple town near Rampurhat in Birbhum district of the Indian state of West Bengal, known for its Tantric temple and its adjoining cremation grounds where Tantric rites are performed. The Tantric Hindu temple is dedicated to goddess Tara, a fearsome Tantric aspect of the Hindu Divine Mother the chief temples of the Goddess-oriented Shakta sect of Hinduism. Tarapith derives its name from its association as the most important centre of Tara worship and her cult. Tarapith is also famous for Bamakhepa known as the ‘mad saint’, who worshipped in the temple and resided in the cremation grounds as a mendicant and practised and perfected Yoga and the Tantric art under the tutelage of another famous saint known as the Kailashpathi Baba. Bama Khepa dedicated his entire life to the worship of mother Tara. His ashram is also located close to the temple.

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By Air : Kolkata is the nearest airport to Tarapith. It is located at a distance of 225 km from Tarapith. Taxi services are available from airport to Tarapith at a fare of about Rs 2,500. Kolkata is well connected to Delhi, Mumbai and other major airports. Many direct flights to foreign cities are available from Kolkata.

By Train : Rampurhat is the nearest railway station to Tarapith. Railway station is located at a distance of about 6 km from Tarpith. Taxi services are available from railway station to Tatapith at a fare of about Rs 150. Rampurhat is connected to Howrah and Sealdah.

By Bus : Tarpith can be accessed by buses. Many state owned buses connect Tarapith with neighboring cities. It well connected to Esplanade/Dharamtalla bus stand.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

Hotel Sonar Bangla Tarapith ; Tarapith Temple Rd, Dist: Birbhum, West Bengal 731233 ; Ph – 03461 253 120 ; Facilities – Doctor-on-call, laundry, room service , telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running water

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Yashoda International ; Tarapith, West Bengal 731233; Ph – 03461 253 120 ; Facilities – Doctor-on-call, laundry, room service , telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running water

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Sonar Bangla Tarapith ; Tarapith Temple Rd, Dist: Birbhum, West Bengal 731233 ; Ph – 098 36 056456; Facilities – Doctor-on-call, laundry, room service , telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running water.

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Amantran Bar ; Amantran Hotel & Resort, Ground Floor, Tarapith Road, Tarapith, Kolkata, 731224 ; Ph/M: (+91) 33 253133, (+91) 8584012530, (+91) 9804767338 ; Cost: N.A ; Food Serve : N.A

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Tarapith Amavasya ; Venue:  Tarapith ; Period :  August ; Details:  The Tarapith Amavasya Annual Festival is the most important festival here. It is celebrated in August every year.

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