Shri Kankalitala Shaktipeeth Temple Birbhum

Shri Kankalitala Shaktipeeth Temple - Birbhum

About Shri Kankalitala Shaktipeeth Temple Birbhum

Kankalitala, often called the temple town, is in the Bolpur area of Birbhum district, West Bengal, India. It is one of the Shakti Peethas, the most sacred places where it is believed that Goddess Parvati’s bones fell. It is situated on the banks of the Kopai River and is home to several temples, the most well-known and sacred one being the Maa Kankalitala Temple.

History of the Kankalitala Temple

Maa Kankalitala Temple is the most sacred place in India, because it is one of the Shakti Peethas. According to Hindu mythology, when Lord Shiva carried the body of Goddess Sati (Parvati) after her self-immolation, her bones (or “Kankal”) fell at this place, which is why it’s well known as “Kankalitala”. The temple was later built to honour Goddess Parvati (Sati) and has since become a major sacred place or pilgrimage site for devotees seeking blessings and peace.

Nearby attractions

Listed below are the top tourist attractions in Kankalitala, Bolpur:

Visva-Bharati University
Sonajhuri Shanibarer Haat
Tarapith
Khoai Garden
Amar Kutir

Festivals celebrated in Maa Kankalitala Temple

Every Year, Several festivals are celebrated in this temple. Given below are the major festivals celebrated:

Shivratri
Durga Puja
Navratri
Deepavali
Kali Puja
Annakuta
Holi
Sharad Purnima
Dussehra
Makar Sankranti
Sawan Puja
Rathayatra

How to Reach Maa Kankalitala Temple

The temple can be easily reached by different modes of transport. One can easily reach by the given ways.

By Road: Kankalitala is well connected by road. You can take a bus or taxi from Bolpur or nearby towns.
By Train: The nearest railway station is Bolpur Shantiniketan, about 9 km from the temple.
By Air: The nearest airport is Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata, around 160 km away.

Best Time to Visit Maa Kankalitala Temple, West Bengal

The best time to visit Kankalitala is October to March, when the weather is pleasant and cool and easy for darshan and sightseeing.

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Temple Timings and Details

Darshan Timings
Opening Timing - 6:00 AM
Closing Timing - 8:00 PM
Aarti Timings
Morning Aarti (Mangala Aarti): Around 5:00 AM
Evening Aarti (Sandhya Aarti): Around 6:00 PM or 6:30 PM
Dress Code Traditional and Formal clothing
Photography Not allowed
Prasad Available

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Temple Location

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ)

1. What are the darshan timings of Kankalitala Temple?

2. Which part of Sati fell in Kankalitala?

3. What is Maa Kankalitala Temple famous for?

4. Where is Kankalitala Mandir located?

5. Which railway station is nearest to Kankalitala Temple?

Shri Kankalitala Shaktipeeth Temple - Birbhum

Shri Kankalitala Shaktipeeth Temple - Birbhum

Shri Kankalitala Shaktipeeth Temple - Birbhum

Shri Kankalitala Shaktipeeth Temple - Birbhum

Shri Kankalitala Shaktipeeth Temple - Birbhum

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