Bamdev Shangha Ashram

Location

Bamdev Shangha Ashram is one of the main attractions offered by Tarapith. This Ashram is situated nearby Ma Tara temple, at a few yards away.

Bamdev Shangha Ashram houses the Samadhi of saint Bamakhepa, an ardent devotee of Ma Tara. He received blessings and divine powers from Ma Tara as a result of his deep penance. He resided at the cremation ground nearby the Ma Tara temple and became a spiritual leader among the masses.

Pilgrims to Ma Tara temple also visit Bamdev Shangha Ashram to offer special prayers to saint Bamakhepa.