Dakshineswar Travel Guide

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Dakshineswar Kali Temple is a Hindu temple located in Dakshineswar near Kolkata. Situated on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River, the presiding deity of the temple is Bhavatarini, an aspect of Kali, meaning, 'She who liberates Her devotees from the ocean of existence i.e. Saṃsāra'. The temple was built in 1855 by Rani Rashmoni, a philanthropist and a devotee of Kali. The temple is famous for its association with Ramakrishna, a mystic of 19th Century Bengal.
Dakshineswar Kali Temple is a Hindu temple located in Dakshineswar near Kolkata. Situated on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River, the presiding deity of the temple is Bhavatarini, an aspect of Kali, meaning, 'She who liberates Her devotees from the ocean of existence i.e. Saṃsāra'. The temple was built in 1855 by Rani Rashmoni, a philanthropist and a devotee of Kali. The temple is famous for its association with Ramakrishna, a mystic of 19th Century Bengal.
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Popular places to visit

Dakshineswar Kali Temple showing religious elements and a temple or place of worship

Dakshineswar Kali Temple

Dakshineswar Kali Temple is just one of the places to see in Barakpur, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

Dakshineswar Kali Temple
Kolkata featuring a garden, a city and night scenes

New Town Eco Park

Explore the great outdoors at New Town Eco Park, a lovely green space in Barasat. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.

New Town Eco Park
New Market showing a city, heritage architecture and markets

New Market

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at New Market during your trip to Kolkata. Take some time to visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

New Market
Victoria Memorial showing a park, a memorial and heritage architecture

Victoria Memorial

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Victoria Memorial during your trip to Kolkata. Take some time to visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

Victoria Memorial
Views from the ferry!#BelurMathToDakshineshwar #waterlust #WestBengal #IncredibleIndia

Belur Math

Find out about the history of Howrah when you spend time at Belur Math. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

Belur Math
Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan Exhibition Centre, Kolkata, India

Biswa Bangla Convention Centre

Learn about the events happening in Biswa Bangla Convention Centre during your trip to Barasat. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Biswa Bangla Convention Centre

Top hotels in Dakshineswar

ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata

ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata

5 out of 5
1 JBS Haldane Avenue Kolkata West Bengal
The price is 3.424.954 ₫ per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
3.424.954 ₫
4.041.445 ₫ total
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (309 reviews)
Great hotel free upgrade, huge variety for breakfast. Lovely pool area

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata

Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata

4 out of 5
CB 218 Action Area 1C New Town Barasat West Bengal
The price is 1.598.026 ₫ per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
1.598.026 ₫
1.677.927 ₫ total
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Barasat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (170 reviews)
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Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata
The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat

The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat

5 out of 5
Plot No CBD 2 Action Area II New Town Barasat West Bengal
The price is 1.940.522 ₫ per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
1.940.522 ₫
2.037.548 ₫ total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Barasat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat
Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences Hotel

Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences Hotel

5 out of 5
CF Block(Newtown), Action Area 1C Barasat West Bengal
The price is 1.848.619 ₫ per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
1.848.619 ₫
1.941.050 ₫ total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Barasat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (259 reviews)
Room was good. Stuff very helpful and courteous. Will stay again and highly recommend.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences Hotel
JW Marriott Hotel Kolkata

JW Marriott Hotel Kolkata

5 out of 5
4A, J.B.S. Haldane Avenue Kolkata West Bengal
The price is 2.996.835 ₫ per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
2.996.835 ₫
3.536.266 ₫ total
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (287 reviews)
The staff was courteous. The

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

JW Marriott Hotel Kolkata
Taj Bengal

Taj Bengal

5 out of 5
34 B Belvedere Road Alipore Kolkata West Bengal
The price is 3.453.495 ₫ per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
3.453.495 ₫
4.075.124 ₫ total
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (437 reviews)
Hospitality!

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Taj Bengal
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Other neighbourhoods around Dakshineswar

Wooden boat passing the historic Howrah bridge in silhouette at sunrise. Howrah bridge is a cantilever bridge on the river Hooghly and one of the busiest bridge in the world.

Sodepur

While visiting Sodepur, you might make a stop by sights like Aquatica Water Park and Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden.

Sodepur
Panorama of Howrah bridge on river Ganges in kolkata city , India

Dum Dum

2.5/5(3 area reviews)

Restaurants and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Dum Dum. A stop by Acharya Bhavan is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Dum Dum
Commonly known as the Portugese Church, The Cathedral of the most Holy Rosary was founded in 1799. The interior contains beautiful sculptures including 14 Stations of the Cross. Behind the altar, there are the figures of Madonna and Child. #Hometown

Bara Bazar

Travellers like the monuments in Bara Bazar, and Nakhoda Masjid is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Bara Bazar
Nicco Park showing a lake or waterhole, boating and a park

Salt Lake

Discover Salt Lake, memorable for its lake views. Popular attractions in Salt Lake include Salt Lake City Centre Mall and Nicco Park, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Bengal Chemical Station.

Salt Lake
Spherical 360 degree seamless Equirectangular Panoramic View, Calcutta Victoria Memorial panorama.

Sealdah

4/5(7 area reviews)

While you're in Sealdah, take in top sights like Thanthania Kalibari and jump on the metro at Chandni Chowk Station to see more of the city.

Sealdah
Classic colonial architecture - The Writers building at Dalhousie area Kolkata.

Esplanade

While you're in Esplanade, take in top sights like Raj Bhavan and jump on the metro at Esplanade Station to see more of the city.

Esplanade

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