Tarapith is a famous holy place for the pious
Hindus. The town, located in Birbhum district of West Bengal, welcomes more
than thousands of visitors every day. Tarapith is named after goddess Tara or
Ma Kali. There is a Kali temple and that is the main attraction for the
Tarapith-bound travelers.
Tarapith is also well-known for famous mad
saint Bamakhepa. His shrine is in close proximity with the temple. The deity’s
image is enshrined deep under the caves of the sanctum which has two images of
Goddess Tara. If you want to pay your homage to the almighty in this
sanctimonious place, first consider booking a hotel in Tarapith.
Plenty of Options
With passage of time, there has been an
exponential growth in number of people visiting Tarapith. It has produced a
positive impact on hospitality industry which is registering an upward rise in
terms of prosperity and progress. If you visited the same place 10 years ago,
you will feel a hell-and-heaven difference this time.
Several five-star hotels have been built up
while there is a preponderant majority of budget hotels as usual. Features and
facilities available depend much on what type of hotel you are able to afford. If
you don’t mind splurging a lot to get the best of comfort and luxury during
your holy trip, consider staying in a five-star hotel chosen by the affluent
visitors.
If you are not in a position to fork out
thousands per day, switch your attention to 2 or 3 star type. True it is that
there will be a big difference in facilities offered and quality of service,
but you should cut your coat according to cloth. At least, you can expect to
get a room with attached bathroom. The room is sparsely furnished, providing
you with the most basic facilities like a wardrobe and a single/double beds
depending on the type of room you have booked.
However, many a hotel in Tarapith
offers the backpackers a good value for their spending. Every season is a peak
season to visit Tarapith. So whenever you think of visiting Tarapith, advance
booking is most important as hotels are always jam-packed with the vacationers.
Expensive Hotels
Every five-star hotel is expensive. However,
they offer top-class facilities and service. These hotels are usually seated at
the heart of the town whereas most of the budget hotels are almost sandwiched
in dingy lane. Apart from a well-furnished spacious room, you will be treated
to delicious spread of Bengali cuisines.
Usually, these hotels house a parking area and
dining hall, apart from a common lounge where the guests can spend their time
chatting among themselves. This is a good way to mix with people coming from
different corners of West Bengal and even India.
Budget Accommodations
These are ideal for those who cannot afford to
spend a lot to buy luxury. Most of these hotels provide lodging and food.
Though ‘extravaganza’ will be a big miss in every aspect but you will hardly
rue that as long as you are getting the best subject to your spending. In a
word, a hotel in Tarapith is as good as your spending ability.