An Initiative by the office of the District Magistrate, Birbhum
Nandikeswari Temple
Nandikeswari
Sainthia is the junction station in the loop railway line between Bardhaman & Rampurhat and is the commercial hub of the Birbhum. It is the abode of the Goddess Nandikeswari. Mythologically, the necklace of Sati fell in this place which is situated amongst the dense forest of banyan trees on the bank of the river Mayurakshi. An ancient banyan tree can still be located even today overlaying the entire temple. Nandikeswar is enthroned here as Pitha Bhairav. It is believed that one Dataram Ghosh, having found the power of the holy stone, commenced the worship of the Goddess.
Nandikeswari Temple
Ma Nandikeswari's Idol
Fair & Festival: Special Puja is organized from Sasthi to Dasami during Durga Puja every year. A fair is also organized in the vicinity of the temple premises during Ratha Yatra.
Food & Accommodation: Hotels and restaurants here are in abundance. There is a hospice beside the temple. You can sit for the Anna Bhog at the temple.
Nandikeswari Temple Premises
Nandikeswari Temple Premises
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How to reach: Sainthia is centrally located in Birbhum and is well connected through railway line. Bus services are also available from Labpur, Bolpur & Suri in addition to the railway connection.
Attractions: Hanuman temple, Kaliyadaman temple and Jagannatha temple are situated surrounding the main temple. Raksha Kali temple is located just few steps away.
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