Hangseshwari Temple, Hindu temple in Bansberia, India.
Description
Hangseshwari Temple is a significant Hindu shrine in Bansberia featuring a towering structure with a south-facing facade. The building displays traditional architectural style with 13 lotus-bud shaped spires that define its silhouette.
History
The temple was initiated by Raja Nrisinhadeb Roy Mahasay in the late 1700s and completed by his second wife Rani Sankari in the early 1800s. This royal project spanned approximately 15 years from start to finish.
Culture
The temple is dedicated to Hangseshwari, a local form of the goddess Devi worshipped by communities in the region. You can observe devotees performing daily rituals and making offerings as part of their spiritual practice.
Practical
The temple is easily accessible and open when worshippers and visitors come and go throughout the day. Keep in mind that photography inside is restricted to respect the prayer space and spiritual atmosphere.
Did you know?
The architectural design follows human anatomy principles, with different sections of the temple corresponding to specific body parts. This unusual connection between spirituality and the human form makes it a distinctive example of religious architecture.
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