Temples of Haldia
Temples of Haldia serve as significant pilgrimage and tourist sites. Built in ancient times, these temples are dedicated to different deities.

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Temples of Haldia are the representatives of ancient religious heritage of India. Dedicated to different deities, the temples attract a number of pilgrims and tourists. The temple structures exhibit influences of the architectural styles of different eras. Haldia has a splendid natural beauty and the location of the temples amidst the magnificent landscapes makes them even more attractive from tourism perspective.

Temples of Haldia Gopaljew Temple
Gopaljew Temple was established in the year 1778 by the Rani Janaki Devi. Lord Krishna is the presiding deity of the temple. In 1967, the ancient idol of the temple was stolen and later new ones were placed in the temple. Dubey Palace, also known as Dewan House, is situated besides the temple.

Ramjew Temple
Ramjew Temple was also built by Rani Janaki Devi. The temple originally had two idols Lord Rama, two idols of Sita, one idol of Lakshmana and one of Lord Hanuman. However, these idols were stolen in the year 1967. Later, brass idols were installed in the temple. The temple has a height of about 90 feet.

Bargabhima Temple
Bhargabhima Temple is dedicated to the Hindu Goddess `Tara` which is another avatar of Goddess Kali. The idol housed in the temple is quite ancient. According to mythology, Devi Bargabhima created Tamralipta which was once a great port of ancient India. Maharajas of Mayur dynasty established this temple in the 5th century BC. The temple is 60 feet tall and comprises of three fold walls. It is believed that the sculpturing of the temple was done by Lord Vishwakarma. Historians also hold the opinion that the temple has replaced an ancient Bouddha Vihar.

Temples of Haldia Ramkrishna Mission Temple (Natshal)
Mahishadal Natshal is known for housing exquisite natural beauty and serenity. In 1917, Ramkrishna Mission Movement was initiated here by Swami Premananda who was a direct disciple of Sri Sri Ramakrishna Paramahansa Dev. Srimad Swami Shyama Nandji laid the foundation stone of Ramkrishna Mission Temple in the year 1927. The temple is painted in saffron colour and the Ashram surrounding the temple creates an ambience of `Tapabans` that existed in ancient India. Natshal is situated on the bank of Rupnarayan River. The place has also earned fame owing to the archaeological excavations that revealed artefacts older than Harappan civilization.

Muktidham Temple
Muktidham Temple is located on the way from Kukrahati to Chaitanyapur. Marble of milky white colour forms the structure of this elegant temple. Goddess Kali, Lord Hanuman and Radhakrishna are the presiding deities of the temple. The idol of Goddess Kali has been placed in the middle. A Shiv temple is located at the opposite of the temple. A beautiful garden with fruits, flowers and vegetables adorns the temple complex. The temple was established in the year 1984, on the birthday of Shri Ramkrishna Paramhansa Dev, which was a Buddha Purnima that year.


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