Deity
Devi (Bargabhima)
श्री बर्गभीमा देवी मंदिर
Bargabhima Temple
Bargabhima Temple at Tamluk in Purba Medinipur, West Bengal, is recorded as an ancient Shakti Peetha associated with the Bargabhima form of Devi. It is described as an old Shakti shrine connected with Bengal’s sacred traditions, with approximate timings from 05:00 to 21:00.
Bargabhima Temple
Bargabhima Temple
Bargabhima Temple
Bargabhima Temple
Bargabhima Temple
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Shakti Peetha
Architecture
Bengal style
Ancient (as recorded)
Location
Tamluk, Purba Medinipur, West Bengal
India
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Founder
- Mayurdhwaja Dynasty
- Bargabhima Temple is an ancient shrine located in historic Tamralipta, attributed by tradition to the Mayurdhwaja royal lineage. The structure exhibits architectural elements reminiscent of Kalinga temple design combined with later Bengali renovations. It has endured for centuries as a major spiritual fortress along Bengal's coastal trade route.
Significance
- Bargabhima Temple is revered as one of the 51 Shakti Peethas where Goddess Sati's left ankle is believed to have fallen. Goddess Bargabhima, a form of Kali, is worshipped alongside Lord Shiva as Kapali in a sunken sanctum. The shrine remains an influential spiritual site in Purba Medinipur.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Use the long opening window
Timings are approximate but broad (05:00–21:00). Consider visiting early morning for a calmer darshan.
Confirm Shakti Peetha protocols
As the record tags it a Shakti Peetha, ask locally about any specific entry, queue, or offering guidelines followed at the shrine.
Plan for crowd variability
Ancient and prominent shrines can see fluctuating crowds; keep buffer time even if you arrive within the listed hours.
Keep festival plans flexible
Festival names and dates are not provided in the record; verify special days with local sources before traveling for an event.
Carry essentials for a full-day window
If you plan a longer visit within the 05:00–21:00 window, carry water and basic necessities.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Opening timings
06:00 AM - 08:30 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
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Shakti Peetha observances
As a Shakti Peetha dedicated to Devi, the temple may have prominent Devi-focused observances; specific festival names and dates are not listed in the record.
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Devi Puja (temple celebrations)
The record does not provide a festival calendar; confirm any special pujas or peak days locally at the temple.
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Annual temple events
Any annual events are not detailed in the source record; check local announcements when planning.
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Weekday mornings usually have shorter darshan queues than weekends.
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Carry a small cloth bag for footwear token and prasad containers.
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Aarti timings can shift on festival days, so check local notice boards.
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श्री बर्गभीमा देवी मंदिर
Bargabhima Temple
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Temple Videos
Titles and links are sourced from temple JSON profile data.
Bargabhima Temple Tamluk | Shakti Peetha Darshan & History (Overview)
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Watch on YouTubeTamluk Bargabhima Temple | Bengal Shakti Shrine Walkthrough
Bengal Pilgrim Routes• 14:30
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