Deoghar, popularly renowned as Baidyanath Dham, is considered as the house of gods and goddesses. Deoghar is perfectly located in the Santhal Parganas of the state Jharkhand. Deoghar is blessed with the presence of one of the 12 Jyotirlinga temples known as temple of Baba Baidyanath. This temple is an ancient temple and is a famous Hindu religious destination.
It is a very prominent destination of Hindu Pilgrimage perfectly placed at the backdrop of scenic surroundings. Deoghar town is regarded as one of the calmest and unexplored city in the state. The aesthetic ambiance provides eternal feelings to mind and body.
It is believed that the Baidyanath (Vaidyanath) Jyotirlingam in Deogarh is associated with legendary stories of Ravana and Lord Shiva. It was at this place Ravana cut off his nine heads to repent and Lord Shiva blessed him by joining back all his heads like a Vaidya. The temple is very famous with thousands of devotees offer their prayers with great devotion and reverence. The Shivalinga here is adorned majestically with jewels and pearls. One can get all kinds of prosperity and long life by praying in this holy place.
The Deoghar town witnesses huge flow of pilgrims every day. Mahashivaratri is a major festival season in Deoghar. Deoghar adorn all types of decorations and illuminations during this season. Fairs and processions mark the festival occasions of this town. Places of tourist attractions include Chandrakoopa Well, Deoghar Archaeological Museum, Sivaganga Lake and Harila Joria. Satsang Ashram is another attraction, which is an important destination for the devotees of Sri Sri Thakur Anukul Chandra.
Fast Facts
State: Jharkhand
District: Deoghar
Famous for/as: Pilgrim, Jyotirlinga
Languages: Hindi, Bengali, Magadhi
Best Season: Oct – Mar
Weather: Summer 16 to 36°C, Winter 1 to 28°C
Altitude: 254 m
Pincode: 814112
STD code: 06432
