How to Reach

Delhi – To – Bakul Tala:

• By Air: Fly from Delhi to Bhubaneswar Airport (Biju Patnaik International Airport). From Bhubaneswar, Puri is about 60 km and can be reached by taxi or bus.
• By Train: Direct trains are available from Delhi to Puri Railway Station. Bakul Tala is around 2 km from Puri station.
• By Road: Delhi to Puri by road is very long; however, buses and taxis are easily available within Puri city.

Ahmedabad – To – Bakul Tala:

• By Air: Fly from Ahmedabad to Bhubaneswar (direct or via connecting flights). From Bhubaneswar, travel to Puri by road.
• By Train: Several trains connect Ahmedabad to Puri. From Puri Railway Station, Bakul Tala can be reached by auto-rickshaw or taxi.
• By Road: Long-distance road travel is possible but not commonly preferred.

History of the Temple

Bakul Tala is a sacred Vaishnava pilgrimage site located in Puri, Odisha. It is closely associated with Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, the great 15th–16th century saint and proponent of Bhakti Yoga. Bakul Tala was the residence of Sri Haridas Thakur, one of the foremost disciples of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and a revered acharya of the Harinama Sankirtan tradition.

The name ‘Bakul Tala’ comes from the Bakul tree under which Haridas Thakur lived and constantly chanted the holy names of Lord Krishna. Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu regularly visited this place to meet Haridas Thakur, making it spiritually significant for Gaudiya Vaishnavas.

Today, Bakul Tala is maintained as a peaceful shrine commemorating the life and devotion of Haridas Thakur and the pastimes of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. It is considered an important stop for pilgrims visiting the Jagannath Temple and other Chaitanya-related sites in Puri.

Main Poojas Performed

• • Daily Kali Puja (Bhavatarini Kali): Morning and evening worship performed at Dakshineswar Kali Temple
  • Festival Pujas: Special rituals during Kali Puja, Durga Puja, and Navaratri.

Important Days and Times for Pooja

• Major Festival:
  • Kali Puja (Shyama Puja)
  • Durga Puja & Navaratri
  • Amavasya & Ekadashi
  • Kalpataru Day (1st January)

Attire (Dressing Guidelines) for Pooja

Men:

• • • Dhoti-kurta, kurta-pajama, or modest formal wear.

Women:

• • • Saree, salwar kameez, or modest traditional attire.

Restrictions:

• • Footwear must be removed before entering temple premises.

Official Websites

https://www.incredibleindia.gov.in
https://www.dakshineswarkalitemple.org