Sri Bhramari Devi Shakthi Peeth Temple, West Bengal

Address

Sri Bhramari Devi Shakthi Peeth Temple, Trishrota vBodaganj, Barapatina Nutanbus, West Bengal 735218

Diety

Shakti: Bhraamari Bhairava: Vikritaksh Body part or ornament: Chin (2 parts)

Introduction

Bhramari Devi Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Goddess Sati located in Bodaganj Village in Jalpaiguri District in West Bengal, India. Mother is called as Bhramari and accompanied by Bhairava, Ambar in the form of Lingam. The Temple is situated on the banks of Teesta River. This Temple is also called as Tristrota Shakti Peeth as it is located on the banks of Teesta River. 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.

Puranic Significance

Beliefs

It is asked to bathe and wear fresh clothes before entering the temple to offer puja. Those who are intending to attend the aarti must not eat in the morning. The same rule applies for the devotees attending the Nitya or special puja inside the temple premise. The Sati give relief with this….

Special Features

The temple is a one storied, red colored structure enshrining the idol of Devi Bhramari and accompanied by Bhairava, Ambar in the form of Lingam. Her chakra (shaped in the form of lotus) is believed to have healing powers

Festivals

Kumbham, a local festival is also celebrated with special puja and yajna in the month of Chaitra (April) every year. Navaratri festival in the month of Ashvijya special puja is arranged along with the grand celebration in this temple.