Discover Chandaneshwar Shiva Temple: Digha's Hidden Gem on Bengal-Odisha Border

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News18•08-02-2026, 16:51
Discover Chandaneshwar Shiva Temple: Digha's Hidden Gem on Bengal-Odisha Border
- •Chandaneshwar Shiva Temple, located on the Bengal-Odisha border near Digha, offers a unique historical and religious experience.
- •The temple features rare 'baro-chala' (twelve-roofed) architecture, a Bengal-origin style, making it a visual marvel.
- •The Shiva lingam is uniquely situated deep underground in a pit of holy water, not visible to the eye.
- •A popular half-day trip for Digha tourists, it provides a peaceful escape from the coastal crowds.
- •The temple hosts the famous Charak Mela during the Odia month of Chaitra (mid-March to mid-April), attracting millions of devotees.
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