An Initiative by the office of the District Magistrate, Birbhum
Kaleshwar
Kaleshwar Shiva Temple
Kaleshwar is a very ancient Shiva temple in Birbhum. It is said that a sage named Parvat attained enlightenment (Siddhilabh) in this place by doing penance of Goddess Parvati. Hence the name of this village is Parvatipur. Later, Kaleshnath Ghosh established Shiv Linga in this Siddha Bhoomi. Hence Shiva's name is Kaleshwar according to the name of the devotee. Kaleshwar Shiva Temple is one of the tallest temples in Birbhum and was built by King Ramjiban Roy of Dheka. Later, the name of the ascetic Dwarkanath Dev is associated with the renovation of the temple.
Puja of Shiva Inside the Temple
Kaleshwar Shiva Temple
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Festivals: Kaleshwar festival is celebrated around Shivratri, a fair is also held. Besides, a fair is held here in the month of Shravana.
Accomodation and Food: There is a homestay in Kotasur that can be used for accommodation. One can also stay in Sainthia.
Kaleshwar Shiva Temple
Rameshwar Temple
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What to see? If you are interested, you can travel for a few more kilometers and you will see a broken British-era silk mill near Mayurakshi. The place is a nature lover's paradise with a lot of greenery. Next to it is Ramnagar village, where you can visit Rameshwar temple.
How to go: Kaleshwar is only 10 k.m. from Kotasur and can be reached by small car, toto or auto.
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