The temple of Devi Mouliksha in the village Muluti in the neighbouring state of Jharkhand can also be covered along with this. According to local belief, Maa Mouliksha and Maa Tara are two sisters. Tarapith Temple is a 13th century Hindu temple in West Bengal, India, dedicated to the goddess Tara, one of the 10 Mahavidyas and a Shakti Pith. Learn about its legends, history, architecture, festivals and tantric practices. Tarapith is a small temple located on the banks of the Dwarka River that flows in Birbhum, at a distance of 264 km from Kolkata. The temple is ancient and is considered to be extremely auspicious by the Hindu community. Located in Bengal, this sacred temple is dedicated to Goddess Tara, a fierce and compassionate manifestation of Shakti who embodies wisdom, liberation, and supernatural powers.