DAKSHINESWAR TEMPLE - BELUR MATH WITH CITY OF JOY

Dakshineswar Kali Temple is a Hindu temple, dedicated to Goddess Kali. Dakshineswar Temple is one of the largest temples near Kolkata and it is also an architectural treasure. The temple was built in conventional Nava-ratna style. It boasts a towering height of more than 100 feet. The 12-spired temple with its massive courtyard is flanked by 12 other small temples, devoted to Lord Shiva. This widely famed temple of Dakshineswar is famous among pilgrims all over the world. Headquarters of Ramkrishna Mission, with its beautiful 'math' (Hindu monastery complex) is across the river. One can travel from Dakshineswar to Belur by either boat or road. In Belur you have a small but beautiful museam of Ramkrishna Dev and Sarada mani along with Swami Vivekananda. The Evening "Arati" is something you should see in Belur Math. One most uncommon and attractive ritual of Belur Math is, at the time of Durga Puja, which generaly helds in the month of October, they worship a girl dressed with beautiful Benarashi sari and jeweleries which resembles as "Kumari Puja" meaning worshiping "Kumari" i.e, a unmarried and young girl who haven't reached the age of 10 years. The girl have to dress according the tradition and the Priests will worship as long as the time scheduled for the Pooja. Thousands of people come this day to see the Poojas and only on this day taking snaps are allowed in the temple compound.

 

 

Day 01
Day 02
Day 03
DAY 01: ARRIVAL KOLKATA - DAKSHINESWAR TEMPLE - BELUR MATH

Arrive, Kolkata by flight/ train. Upon arrival meet & greet by globes travel representative and assist transfer to the hotel. Later, we proceed to Dakshineswar Temple, Kali Temple, Temple of Shiva and Vishnu Temple. After darshan we can enjoy a 20 – 30 minutes boating ride from Dakshineswar Temple to Belur Math. There you can see Sri Ramakrishna Temple, Swami Vivekananda Temple, Holy Mother’s Temple, and Ramakrishna Museum. Then return back to the hotel and overnight stay at Kolkata.

 

DAY 02: KOLKATA

Morning breakfast at the hotel. Later, enjoy full day city tour of Kolkatta like Vivakanda Setu, Howrah Bridge, GPO Writers Building, Eden Garden Stadium, St. Pauls Cathedral Church, Victoria Memorial Hall, Mother House and Birla Temple. After sightseeing return back to the hotel. Return back to the hotel for an Overnight stay.

 

DAY 03: KOLKATA – DEPARTURE

Morning breakfast from the hotel. Check out from hotel. Transfer to Airport / Railway Station for return journey.

 

Inclusions:

» 2 Nights accommodation on twin sharing basis as per the itinerary

» Daily breakfast
» Surface travel by air-conditioned car
» All transfers, sightseeing, excursions as per the itinerary
» Local English speaking guides
» All taxes, driver allowances and parking etc.

 

Exclusions:

» Entrance fee to monuments.
» Any airfare.
» Tips, beverages, laundry etc.
» Any item not shown in cost Includes.

 

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