Bakreshwar
বক্রেশ্বর
A hot spring pilgrimage site near Suri, where more than ten springs of varying temperatures surround a group of Shiva temples. It is also a Shakti Peetha.
Bakreshwar lies on the Bakreshwar River, southwest of Suri, the seat of Birbhum District, about 40 kilometers by car from Santiniketan. The site has more than a dozen hot springs, with temperatures ranging from warm to nearly boiling. Agni Kunda is the hottest. Its sulphur- and mineral-rich water is regarded by devotees as holy water with healing powers, and public bathing pools are available. Dozens of small Shiva temples cluster around the springs. The main temple enshrines Bakreshwar Shiva and is also considered a Shakti Peetha. The surroundings are basic and can feel somewhat chaotic when crowded. It suits visitors interested in folk religion and hot springs who are willing to hire a car.
Opening hours
About 06:00–20:00
Nearby sights
- Amar Kutir
- Sonajhuri Haat
- Ballavpur Wildlife Sanctuary
- Sriniketan
- Srijani Shilpagram
- Kala Bhavana
- Uttarayan Complex & Rabindra Bhavana
- Visva-Bharati Ashram Area