Baba Baidyanath Dham - Hindu temple in Deoghar - Deoghar, India

World famous pilgrimage Baidyanath Dham is situated in the district headquarter of Deoghar in the state of Jharkhand. Of the revered twelve Joytirlingas it stands at the fifth position. In ancient time this land was very pious and picturesque. It is inscripted in Shiv Purana as Haritaki or Ketaki wood. A prevalent story goes on to state, that heart of Sati had fallen here. Which was happened as the dead body of Sati was dissected by God Vishnu with his Sudarshan Chakra. In this way Shiva and Shakti are conjugally immanent in this Joytirlinga. The Matsyapuran narrates the place as Arogya Baidyanathitee, the holy place where Shakti lives and assists Shiva in freeing people from incurable diseases. This whole area of Deoghar was under the rule of the Kings of Gidhaur who were much attached with this temple. While there are several such legends associated with this sacred land, history too proves its importance. A mention of the temple can be found from 8th century AD, during the rule of the last king of the Gupta dynasty, Adityasena Gupta. During the Mughal period, Raja Man Singh, the ruler of Amber, is said to have built a pond here, which is known as Mansarovar. The temple faces the east and is a plain stone structure with a pyramidal tower, which is 72 ft high. Atop it are three compactly set gold vessels, along with a Panchshula (five knives in a trident shape). There is also an eight-petaled lotus called Chandrakanta Mani. Mythology: According to mythology during Baidyanath Joytirlinga transportation by demon king Ravana to Lanka, mid way on his route was this holy land. As depicted Ravana had got this Shivalinga as boon by offering extreme meditation and had he installed this Joytirlinga in Lanka no would have been succeed in killing him. Due to Ravana's cruelty lord Shiva handed over the Joytirlinga to him on the condition that if he would ever put the Jyotirlinga on the ground, it would not be possible to lift it again. During the course of his journey, with the intent to create hurdles, deities got water and lord Barun entered into Ravana's belly and with its effect Ravana felt pee experience and was compelled to land for being free from natural call. He landed down his Puspak Vimana and gave the Joytirlinga to a nearby herd boy who was lord Vishnu in disguise. After having been freed from natural call as Ravana came to take Joytirlinga, he was astonished to see that herd boy had disappeared and the Joytirlinga was put on ground. As per conditions Ravana could not lift the Joytirlinga after making so many attempt. Consequently with extreme anger he thrusted the linga with his thumb and went away. In original Joytirlinga the mid part of it was warped. How to Reach: Baidyanathdham is located between 24.4852 degree north and 86.6948 degree east. From Jasidih junction, it is 06 km away; which is on under Howrah-Delhi broad gauge line. To reach by Air, the nearest airports are Kolkata, Patna & Ranchi, those are respectively 280 km, 350 km & 300 km away from Deoghar, from where pilgrims can avail train, bus & taxi services. Nearby Places: In the surrounding of Baidyanathdham there are so many religious and tourist places namely Harilajori. Tirkut Parvat, Nandan Pahar. Nawalakha Mandir. Rekhiya Asharam, Tapowan, Satsang Nagar, etc. These places are gifted with natural glory by the God and pilgrims can have heavenly reminiscence by on looking its scenes.

The temple is very good and peaceful, it is really greatly managed and groomed. One of the 12 jyotirlings. The shingar and the arti is traditionally done. Mata Parvati temple, Maa Tara Temple, Maa Annapurna Temple, Ganesh ji ka mandir are also there.

Jai Bhole Nath. I recommend going via VIP pass. Which cost you around 250Rs. If you don't then you have to wait in line for approx 2.5-3hr. Always crowded. I visited this place in the normal week days.

With Deoghar Airport and Jasdih railway station traveling, to one of our famous Jyotirlinga is possible. From Airport temple is just 10km and from railway station just 20 min. You can get Toto or Auto from both the Place at Rs200. Temple has its own historical importance . Both the Jyotirlinga and Shakti Peeth is their. Their is thread called as Gatbandhan between Shiva and Parvati temple. Temple has got different gates, it is advisable to go from Singh dwar and there is shop called Shiv peda Bhandar,one of the best Peda.There are 22 temples in the premises don't forget to do Darshan of those temples. Don't miss Aarti in the night which happens at Parvati temple by 7pm. Visuals are amazing and breathe Taking. Also don't fall for Pandas who charges too high. Get VIP ticket from the counter if you are in hurry. During Sawan Bhada too much of crowd will be there.Prices are also bit high for everything. After Dashera and before Diwali Crowd is very less and one can do Darshan nicely, price is low.

Om Namah Shivay This Temple ia having too much Spiritual power inside. Hundreds of thousands of pilgrims Visit there every month to meet the Lord Shiva. I am amazed to visit there for the first time. Om Namah Shivaya. Great thanks to Jharkhand Govt for the amazing arrangement for the pilgrims. Har Har Mahadev

One of the 12 jyotirling of Mahadev. Vibe here is truly amazing. You will have to stand in long queue as many people come to visit here. Govt. Should focus on safety here and there are too many pandits here. Never seen that many in any jyotirling. No rules inside the temple so chances of getting hurt inside the main temple is high.

One of the 12 Jyotirlingas one wishes to visit. Here we can touch the Shiv Ling, pour Ganga Jal, Belapatri, Flowers on the Linga. Approach : By train get down at Jasidih Railway station. Go out through Platform no 1. Autorickshaw charges Rs 150 upto Ghanta Ghar (Clock Tower). S number of hotels available. Charges vary from 1000 n above. Better go to ShivGanga road where hotels available starting Rs 500. Choultre or Math available at cheaper rates . Darshan: Take bath, if u want in Shiv Ganga. Take Ganga water, Belapatri n flower with you. General Darsan starts at a distance of 800 metres from the temple. Make query and enter the General Darsan queue. General Darsan q starts from 800 meters. Sun, Min, holidays it will take 4 hours to reach the shrine. Tue to Sat it will take 1 to 2 hrs. Do yourself Puja. Can have VIP Entry at Rs 250 n Darsan takes not more than one hour. Mobile phones are allowed inside the temple but can't take photos inside the sanctum strotam. Can hire Pandas to assist, but their charges are exorbitant say Rs 1000 to 5000. Visit all 21 Parswa Deva, Devi and exit. Shoes can can b kept at Singha Dwara , North entry gate Don't forget to see the evening ARATI of Baba. B there by 6:30 pm to enjoy the evening ARATI. Food: Cheap food available near Shiv Ganga. Paratha, Rice, sabji, dal, Achar at Rs 60, full meal. Roti 5 , dal, sabji Achar at Rs 50 only. Local sightseeing: There are no much places to see near the temple. Local saying states that one should visit Basukinath after Baba Darsom at 45 kms away. Hire Autorickshaw, charges Rs 1100. Basukinath, Trikut Parbat, Tapovan and Naulakha temples are covered. It takes about 7 hours to complete. Can take Peda with u. Good quality at Rs 320 /kg. Starts at Rs 260 per kg Hv blessings of Baba and enjoy the trip

baba baidhnath dham is having 1 of 12 jyotirlinga and famous for religious place. lot of people taking darshan during sravan and bhado month. during this period the waiting time is almost around 6 to 8 hours for the darshan in normal queue and for vip is takes 2 to 3 hours. jai baba baidhnath.