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Friday, August 24, 2012

Bakreswar-the pilgrimage tourist spot of Birbhum


Bakreswar is at 45 km from Bolpur and 65 Km from Rampurhat. It is about 230 km from Kolkata.  According to Hindu belief, Bakreswar is one of the 51 Shakti Pithas where Sati's forehead and eyebrows fell.

What to see in Bakreswar-main tourist attraction spot

Bakreswar is a town of Hindu temples.  This location has an attraction for Hindu pilgrimage tourists here.  The main temple at Bakreswar is that of Shiva which is popular as Bakranath temple. There are several Shiva temples surround the Bakranath temple.

Another tourist attractions feature of Bakreswar is its numerous hot springs. These hot springs are believed to cure various chronic diseases. There are eight hot springs of different temperatures in Bakreswar. The hottest one is known as Agni Kundu. Tourists come at Bakreswar from far remote areas take bath here with a desire to get rid of chronic diseases.

Tantipara is a village near Bakreswar. This village is famous for its handloom products. Tourists can go there to purchase variety of silk products.

The Bakreshwar Thermal Power Station is located near Bakreswar.
Shiva Ratri is celebrated here every year with great enthusiasm. This is the best time to visit Bakreswar.

Nearby spots to visit


Nearby tourist spots:
Tarapith
Sriniketan
Santiniketan
Ballabhpur Wildlife Sanctuary

How to reach Bakreshwar-transport services

One can reach Bakreshwar via train or bus services.  By train, the nearest railway station is Bolpur. There are number of trains to reach Bolpur. From Bolpur one has to travel by local bus to reach Bakreshwar. Direct buses from Kolkata to Bakreshwar are also available.

Where to stay-hotels and lodges

WBTDC Tourist Lodge.
Bakreswar Inn. Contact numbers: 3462 274593, 09434147107


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