Jeshoreshwari Kali Temple, Satkhira
This Kali temple in Ishwaripur village, Satkhira, is one of the 51 Shakta pithas.
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Where it is
The temple is in Ishwaripur village, Shyamnagar upazila, Satkhira district. The deity is Kali, and Jeshoreshwari means goddess of Jeshore. It is under the Government of Bangladesh. (Source: Wikipedia, Jeshoreshwari Kali Temple)
The Shakti Peetha
It is one of the 51 Shakta pithas. According to legend, Sati's palms and soles fell here. (Source: Wikipedia, Jeshoreshwari Kali Temple)
History
Wikipedia says the temple was established in the 13th century and renovated in 2021. It was partially demolished in 1971. The architecture is Ratna style, and the infobox names Anaree as creator. (Source: Wikipedia, Jeshoreshwari Kali Temple)
Modi's 2021 visit
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi prayed at the temple on 27 March 2021. He donated a crown, which was stolen in October 2024. (Source: Wikipedia, Jeshoreshwari Kali Temple)
Festivals
Kali Puja and Durga Puja are listed as the main festivals. (Source: Wikipedia, Jeshoreshwari Kali Temple)
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Questions
- Where is Jeshoreshwari Kali temple?
- In Ishwaripur village, Shyamnagar upazila, Satkhira district, Bangladesh.
- Which body part of Sati fell at Jeshoreshwari?
- By legend, the palms of the hands and soles of the feet.
- When did Modi visit Jeshoreshwari temple?
- On 27 March 2021. He donated a crown that was stolen in October 2024.
See also
Shakti Peethas in WB and BangladeshShyama Puja in BangladeshKali Puja 2027Durga Puja 2027Chandranath Temple