Jalpesh Temple

About this place

A well-known Shiva temple that attracts devotees for major festivals like Shivaratri, offering a classic North Bengal pilgrimage vibe with riverside sacred geography. The temple experience blends spirituality, local culture, and a sense of ancient continuity.

History & highlights

The temple’s origin is linked to the early 16th century, with traditions citing founding by Biswa Singha in 1524 and later reconstructions (including by Pran Narayan in the 17th century). This layered rebuilding history reflects how major shrines in Bengal preserve continuity through renovation across changing eras.

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