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Thanks Monk.

I started around 9:00 and met my friend on way. Together we went for what was supposed to be our detachment from worldly problems. Whether that was achieved or not will be cleared later. The famous traffic jam of Panagarh was avaoided due to recent opening of the Panagarh bypass and we maintained an average speed of 80kmph. After riding for about an hour we took a loo break near Andal.





The NH2 is being upgraded and the present condition can be classified as dangerous at best. Sudden road blocks and diversions caused us to slow down a lot. Meanwhile the horn of my bike got defected and it just stopped to make any sound. Then it was upon my friend who was leading and blowing horn while I was following him closely. At last we reached Barakar.

Barakar, a small town in the Asansol sub-division, gets its name from the river that flows by it. It is surrounded by the coal fields of Jharkhand and West Bengal. Coal mining is the main income of this area. So finding a stone temple series in this place of black diamond is no less a great achievement.





Situated in a small compound behind the Begunia market of Barakar, these four temples are looked after by ASI.

Built during 14th Century, these temples are highly inspired by the Orissan style of architecture. Perhaps these are the only stone built Rekha-deul temple series in West Bengal.







I don't know why but such ancient temples always make me thoughtful. I wonder what sort of technology and aim was behind the erection of such beautifully carved temples. They always managed to calm down my nerve and I thank my friend for being with me in such moments of insight and witnessing the Grandeur and Excellence of those bygone era.

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nice

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Nice clicks mate!

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Thank you.

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Good clicks friend. Photos taken from?

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Though I'm personally not a temple admirer that water seems cool and inviting. Well done!

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Thanks.
Both Camera and Mobile phone were used.

Thanks.
Yes the vast water body is actually very tempting.

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Another one from one!
Great going brother!