Jyotirlinga · Jharkhand
Baidyanath Temple (Vaidyanath Dham)
A major Jyotirlinga, widely identified with Deoghar; the site is also revered as a Shakti Peetha.
- Primary deity
- Shiva (Jyotirlinga)
- Location
- Deoghar, Jharkhand
- Category
- Jyotirlinga
- Coordinates
- 24.492, 86.7
History
Deoghar ('abode of the gods') has long been a pilgrimage centre; the temple complex includes numerous smaller shrines around the main sanctum.
Architecture
A cluster of stone temples with the main shrine topped by a tall shikhara.
Legend & tradition
Linked to the legend of Ravana offering his heads to Shiva; the lingam is also called Kamna Linga, said to fulfil devotees' wishes.
Festivals
Darshan & timings
Generally open from pre-dawn to night; the Shravani Mela period sees very heavy footfall. Confirm timings before visiting.
How to reach
Nearest railway station: Jasidih (~7 km). Nearest airport: Deoghar / Patna / Ranchi.
Sources
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