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An at-chala temple dedicated to Lord Shiva worshipped as Taraknath. It is believed to be built in 1729 by Raja Bharamalla of Bishnupur. Close by are the shrines of Kali and Lakshmi Narayan. There's also a nat mandir (dancing hall) in front. The temple features four roofs above the sanctum and extended galleries for the congregation of the devotees. It is also claimed to be one of the Jyotirlinga shrines of Mahadeva.
The Taraknath temple, dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva worshiped as Tarakanatha, is a major pilgrimage spot in the town of Tarakeswar, West Bengal, India.
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