Shrinkala Devi Temple, Pandua, West Bengal

Shrinkala Devi Temple, Pandua, West Bengal

Shrinkala Devi Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Goddess Sati located in Pandua Town in Hooghly District in West Bengal, India. There is no Temple at present but only remains of the Temple can be seen near the Minar of Bari Masjid. This temple is considered as one of Shakti Peethas in Indian Subcontinent. Being one of the 51 Shakti Peethas of Hindu Mythology, this temple is one of the holiest sites for devotees of the Shakti sect of Hinduism.

Legends

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://hindutemples-india.blogspot.com/2020/01/shrinkala-devi-temple-pandua-legends.html

History

This Temple was destroyed by the Muslim invader and a minar was built in its place. The Temple remains are found near the Minar and currently it is under the custody of Archeological Survey of India.

The Temple

There is no Temple at present but only remains of the Temple can be seen near the Minar of Bari Masjid. The Temple was completely destroyed by Muslim invasion. The entry to the temple is barred for security reasons. The temple is maintained by the Archaeological survey of India. There is another temple dedicated to Hanseshwari Devi near Shrinkala Devi Temple.

Festivals

Every year during Magha Masa (around February), 30 days Mela Taala festival is celebrated in the premises of the minar.

Connectivity

The Temple is located at about 2 Kms from Pandua Bus Depot, 2.5 Kms from Pandua Railway Station, 50 Kms from Bardhaman, 66 Kms from Howrah Railway Station, 67 Kms from Howrah, 67 Kms from Kolkata Airport and 75 Kms from Kolkata. The Temple is situated on Grand Trunk Road.

Location