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South Dinajpur's Matia Kali: Worship of the Formless Goddess Under a Banyan Tree in Gangarampur, Plus Route Map
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Matia Kali: Formless Goddess Worshipped Under Banyan Tree for 600 Years
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20-02-2026, 21:51
Matia Kali: Formless Goddess Worshipped Under Banyan Tree for 600 Years
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Matia Kali Temple in Gangarampur, South Dinajpur, is an ancient and vibrant pilgrimage site.
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The goddess is worshipped on an earthen altar under a banyan tree, without a permanent temple or idol, continuing a 600-year-old tradition.
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Zamindar Jogendranarayan Chowdhury initiated the worship 600 years ago; descendants now serve as hereditary caretakers.
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Tantric worship is performed on Deepanwita Amavasya, attracting devotees from far and wide, with many goat sacrifices.
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To reach, take Gour Express or Tebhaga Express to Gangarampur station, then auto/toto; or from Gangarampur bus stand by road.
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