How To Reach Sridhara Temple

Bishnupur, West Bengal, India

The Sridhara Temple is a unique and lesser-known gem among the famous terracotta temples of Bishnupur. Built in the 19th century by the Basu Family, this temple stands out due to its distinctive Pancha-bingshatiratna style, which translates to "twenty-five pinnacles" or peaks. While some sources ref

How to Reach

By Air: The nearest airport is Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) in Kolkata. From the airport, you can hire a taxi or take a bus to Bishnupur. The distance is approximately 140-150 km, and the journey takes about 4-5 hours.

By Train: Bishnupur has its own railway station, Bishnupur Railway Station (VSU), which is well-connected to major cities like Kolkata (Howrah and Sealdah), Durgapur, and Purulia. Direct trains like the Howrah-Purulia Express are a convenient option. The temple is located a short distance from the railway station.

By Road: Bishnupur is well-connected by road from Kolkata and other towns in West Bengal. You can take NH19 from Kolkata to reach Bishnupur. State buses and private cabs are readily available.

By Local Transport: Once in Bishnupur, you can hire a cycle-rickshaw, an auto-rickshaw, or a toto (electric rickshaw) to reach the temple. The temples are located relatively close to each other, making local transport easy and affordable. You can also walk to the temple from the city center.