The Tarakeswarnath also known as Taraknath. The Taraknath temple, dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva worshiped as Taraknath, is a major pilgrimage spot in the town of Tarakeswarof Tarakeswar block, built in 1729, the temple is an atchala structure of Bengal temple architecture with a ‘natmandir’ in front. Close by are the shrines of Kali and Lakshmi Narayan temple. Dudhpukur, a tank to the north of the Shiva temple situated in Tarakeswar municipality. Historical Background The history of the Taraknath Temple dates back to the 18th century during the reign of King Krishna Chandra Roy of Bengal. Legend has it that the king dreamt of a divine presence instructing him to unearth a sacred Lingam (an abstract representation of Lord Shiva). Following the divine directive, the king discovered a Shivling (a symbolic representation of Shiva) and subsequently established the Taraknath Temple at the very spot. Architectural Grandeur The temple's architect...