Sri Kalachand Temple, West Bengal

Address

Sri Kalachand Temple, Dalmadal Para, Bishnupur, West Bengal 722122

Diety

Krishna

Introduction

At a distance of 1 km from Jor Mandir Temples and 2 km from Bishnupur Bus Station, Kalachand Temple is an ancient temple located in Bishnupur, West Bengal. Situated near Radha Madhav Temple. The temple stands on a square podium and the memorial is transcended by a shikhara on a sloping roof. The anterior fascia contains bas-reliefs depicting scenes from Krishna Lila, Puranas and contemporary life. Moreover, this Ekaratna temple is surrounded by a double compound wall in bricks, which is now in ruins.

Puranic Significance

The temple was Built-in 1656 AD, the marvelous Kalachand Temple was built by King Raghunatha Singha in the Ek-Ratna architectural style with laterite stone. Dedicated to Lord Krishna, this is the last and the oldest of the laterite structures in Bishnupur. The temple stands on a square platform and the shrine is surmounted by a shikhara on a sloping roof. The frontal facade contains bas-reliefs depicting scenes from Krishna Lila, Puranas and contemporary life. This Ekaratna temple is enclosed by a double compound wall in bricks now in ruins. Sadly, the temple does not house any deity currently.