Kireet Shakti Peetha
Kiritkona, West Bengal, India
Last Updated: 2/28/2026
Divine Manifestations
Body Part of Sati:
Shakti Form:
Kiriteswari is a manifestation of Goddess Sati whose crown (kirita) is believed to have fallen here. She is worshipped as Mukteshwari – the giver of liberation.
Bhairava Form:
Sambaranand Bhairava is the guardian deity associated with this Shakti Peetha, though his temple is not prominently marked in the modern site.
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Significance of the Peetha
- Kireet Shakti Peetha is one of the 51 sacred sites where parts of Sati's body are said to have fallen. The name originates from 'kirita' meaning crown. It is one of the oldest temples in Bengal and attracts devotees seeking moksha (liberation).
Spiritual Importance
As one of the 51 Peethas, Kireet holds great spiritual value. The temple is also counted among the '51 Siddha Peethas' in Tantric traditions. Locals and spiritual seekers come to seek blessings for inner liberation and fulfillment.
Main Attractions
- Main shrine of Goddess Kiriteswari
- Peaceful rural ambiance near Bhagirathi river
- Annual Kiriteswari Mela
Temple Architecture
The current structure is a reconstruction of the original temple destroyed in the past. The temple is simple in architecture with a central sanctum and red laterite finish. The idol of the goddess is an unshaped stone smeared with sindoor, worshipped as Kiriteswari.