Bhabanipur Shaktipith, Hindu temple complex in Sherpur Upazila, Bangladesh

Bhabanipur Shaktipith is a walled temple complex of about four acres (12 bighas) on the Karatoya river in Sherpur Upazila, Bogra District. It contains the main temple, Belbaran Tala, four Shiva temples, the Patal Bhairava Shiva temple, Gopal temple, Bashudev temple and a Nat Mandir. North of the wall are a Sheba Angan, the Shakha-Pukur pond, two bathing ghats, four more Shiva temples and a Panchamunda Asana.

According to Hindu tradition, this location became sacred when a sacred object fell here during an ancient mythological event, establishing it as a pilgrimage destination. The sanctuary has been maintained by the local community across generations and continues to serve as an important spiritual center.

The place draws Hindu devotees who gather for daily worship and seasonal celebrations in the temple spaces. You can observe people performing prayer rituals throughout the day, with the site becoming especially busy during major festivals when the community comes together.

The site is accessible by local transportation from nearby towns and remains open to visitors year-round. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended since the grounds span a large area and involve walking between different shrine locations.

The sacred pond on the north side, Shakha-Pukur, is tied to a legend: a girl said to be the daughter of the Natore Rajbari bought conch bangles from a travelling dealer and told him to collect payment from Queen Bhabani. When the queen came, the goddess is said to have risen from the pond showing the bangles on her wrists. Pilgrims still bathe here.