Madanmohan Temple

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Location: 8CCW+24J, Cooch Behar, West Bengal 7361 01, India.

Estimated Visiting Time: 1-2 hours

Hey there! Did you know about the Madanmohan Temple? It’s located right at the heart of Cooch Behar. Maharaja Nripendra Narayan built it between 1885 and 1889. Lord Madan Mohan, Ma Kali, Ma Tara, and Ma Bhabani are among the deities. The people of Cooch Behar celebrate Rush Puja by organizing the traditional Rush Yatra Festival and Rush Mela.

Attraction

The temple attracts hundreds of tourists for many reasons. The architectural style of the temple is a fusion of Bengali and Islamic styles. The temple is also renowned for its intricate terracotta cravings. The temple’s main attraction is the beautiful idol of Lord Krishna, which is the temple’s main deity. Moreover, the inner sanctum andand religious and cultural festivals attract visitors every year.

History

The initial murti of Lord Madan Mohan was created by Lord Shiva worshiper Maharaja Nara Narayan (1554–1588 AD), who was influenced by Sankardev (an Assamese Baishnav spiritual teacher). The people of the first century AD constructed the present temple. Maharaja Nripendra Narayan laid the temple’s cornerstone on July 8, 1889. On March 21, 1890, Rajmata Nishimoyee Devi blessed and dedicated the Madan Mohan temple. Maharaja Nripendra Narayan opened Anandamoyee Dharamshala to the east of the temple grounds. The Thakur (God) of the inhabitants of Cooch Behar is “Madan Mohan,” the family god of the regal Koch dynasty.

Inside/Outside Views

The remarkable architecture of the Madanmohan Temple in Cooch Behar mixes Hindu and Islamic design elements. The outside is embellished with beautiful carvings, elaborate sculptures, and artistic themes highlighting the time’s artistry. The temple is frequently constructed in the conventional Bengali style, complete with curving roofs and murals made of terracotta. The sanctum, where the god Madan Mohan (a manifestation of Lord Krishna) is worshiped, is often found inside temples. You can see beautiful idols, altars, and vibrant decorations that promote a tranquil and spiritually uplifting environment.

Opening Hours

Monday 10 AM–8 PM

Tuesday 10 AM–8 PM

Wednesday 10 AM–8 PM

Thursday 10 AM–8 PM

Friday 10 AM–8 PM

Saturday 10 AM–8 PM

Sunday 10 AM–8 PM

Entry & Others Fees

There is no entry fee for anyone, the temple is open for alI. But

to capture still photographs with camera (not

smartphone) you’d have to pay 10/-.

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How to Reach

By Air: Cooch Behar’s closest airports are: The 144-acre Cooch Behar Airport is now operationalizing. ii) Bagdogra Airport in Siliguri, also known as the Civil Aerodrome, is the closest operating national airport to the Darjeeling district and is located 151 kilometers from Cooch Behar. Siliguri is located 11 kilometers to the west of Bagdogra. The airport, a civil enclave at AFS Bagdogra, serves as a gateway to the North Bengal region, including Siliguri, Jalpaiguri, Darjeeling, Kurseong, and Kalimpong. You can then take a taxi, bus, or rail to Cooch Behar from there.

By Road: SH12A and NH 31 are two major roads that pass through the district. Cooch Behar, the NBSTC’s (North Bengal State Transport Corporation) headquarters, has excellent road access. Cooch Behar is connected to the nearby cities by regular bus service. In addition to the official bus service, private buses are also available, traveling to and from Cooch Behar from all over West Bengal and the neighboring states. The tourism potential has been taken into consideration when creating the updated traffic management plan for Cooch Behar Town. It enters India’s six other North Eastern States, including Assam.

By Train: The North Eastern Railways manages the New Cooch Behar Railway Station, which is well-connected to practically all major Indian towns and is located 5 kilometers from the city. With connections to major Indian towns, Alipurduar Junction Station is the closest railway junction station to Cooch Behar (25.9 kilometers from New Cooch Behar Station).