The holy festival of Mahashivaratri is being celebrated on 26 February 2025. On this occasion, 12 Jyotirlingas of the country can be seen. If you are a resident of Jharkhand or nearby area, you can go to visit Baidyanath Jyotirlinga located in Deoghar. Baidyanath Dham is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and is also called wish fulfillment Jyotirlinga.
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Importance of Baidyanath Jyotirlinga
Baidyanath Dham is called the "desire linga" because it is believed that the wishes sought with true heart are fulfilled here.
It is believed that this Jyotirlinga was founded by Ravana and many mythological stories are associated with it.
Special worship, Rudrabhishek and Jalabhishek are organized here on the day of Mahashivaratri.
How to reach Baidyanath Dham?
If you are going by air, the nearest airport is Baba Baidyanath Airport, Deoghar, which is about 7 km from Jyotirlinga.
Jasidih Junction is 7 km from Deoghar, which is a major railway station from where auto and taxis are easily available.
Deoghar is 230 km from Patna, 250 km from Ranchi and 350 km from Kolkata, where bus or car can be reached.
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Travel plan on Mahashivaratri
There is a huge crowd on Mahashivaratri, so book hotels and travel tickets in advance.
Place the appropriate clothes with the cold and heat to avoid heat.
Mobile phones and cameras are not allowed to be carried in the temple premises, so make arrangements to submit the bags in advance.
Places worth visiting around Baidyanath Dham
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The Basukinath Temple is located about 40 km from Deoghar, a major Shiva temple.
The Naulakha Temple is a beautiful architecture Radha-Krishna temple.
You can enjoy the natural beauty of Trikuta Mountain Deoghar and ride ropeway.
Satsang Ashram is a religious and spiritual place, which is famous for devotees.
