Deoghar

Religious

Jharkhand

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History
Places to visit
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Also known as Baidyanath Dham, Deoghar is a popular pilgrimage site in Jharkhand. The name of this place says it all Deoghar or Dev ka Ghar, the abode of Gods and Goddesses. This destination can be described as the amalgamation of natural beauty and spirituality. From divine ancient temples to serene natural beauty, you will love your time spent in this quaint town. This place is home to some of the most ancient Lord Shiva temples interspersed with wonderful scenic surroundings. Other ancient temples include Baba Baidyanath Temple (one of twelve Shiva Jyotirlinga and one of the 51 Shakti Peethas in India), an important pilgrimage site of the city dedicated mainly to the Hindus. Other than that, people come here from all around the nation to take a dip in the holy waters of Shiva Ganga, which is considered sacred. Situated at the banks of the Mayurakshi river, it is one of the best and most visited places in Jharkhand, and one should surely not miss it.

Best time to Visit Deoghar

If you are planning a trip to Deoghar, the best option to visit this place would be between October and March. During this time, the overall weather and temperature are very pleasant.

History Of Deoghar

Deoghar is famous for its mythological significance. It is a Hindi word wherein Deoghar means the abode of gods and deities. It is also known as Baidyanath Dham. This tranquil destination has also been mentioned in Sanskrit Texts as Haritakivan or Ketakivan. Also, Deoghar's name has been inspired by the name of Lord Baidyanath Temple. Some parts of Deoghar are believed to have been built by Puran Mal in 1596. He was an ancestor of Maharaja of Giddhour. This place is also famous for Shravan Mela which attracts a large number of visitors. It is also one of the very few places where Shakti Peethas and Jyotirlingas are together.

Major Attractions In And Around Deoghar

1. Baidyanath Dham

The Baba Baidyanath Dham is one of the most sacred temples in India. It is a temple that holds a spiritual high ground among the other temples owing to its religious significance from the past. Furthermore, this place also has amazingly beautiful architecture, which is a great attraction for archeology enthusiasts. Besides enjoying the religious aura of this place, there is a lot to explore and discover for yourself. In Shravan mas or monsoons, this place witnesses long queues of devotees, waiting for their turn to offer prayers to the deity.

2. Nandan Pahar

The Nandan Pahar is quite a small hill situated near the very edge of Deoghar. This place is known for being a very famous Nandi Temple. Moreover, this place also houses a huge entertainment park, particularly loved by children. This park also has a ghost house, a boathouse, and more.

3. Tapovan Caves and Hills

Located at a distance of about 10 km from Deoghar, this place has a temple of Lord Shiva known by the name of Taponath Mahadeva. Furthermore, several caves are also present there, and it is in one of these caves, a Shiva lingam has been installed. And what is quite interesting to know about this place is that the sage Valmiki too came here to observe penance.

4. Naulakha Mandir

Situated at a distance of around 2km from Baba Baidyanath Temple, the architecture of this temple is very similar to that of the Ramakrishna Temple, which is in Belur. Moreover, this shrine is famous for the amazingly beautiful 146 feet high idols of Radha and Krishna.

5. Ramakrishna Mission Vidyapith

The Ramakrishna Mission Vidyapith is a branch of Ramakrishna Mission. The prime motive of the Vidyapith has always been to impart knowledge and help our ancient culture grow and flourish. It runs multifarious activities covering diverse social welfare and human need areas like education, health care, self-employment, rural development, women’s welfare, spiritual guidance, and more.

6. Shivaganga

It is said that Shivaganga, which was also known as Varvoghar Kund, was founded by the demon lord, Ravana. According to the legend, it is said that when King Ravana blew his fist on Earth with all his power, a huge stream of water came out, forming a pond which came to be known as Shivaganga. And did you know that this was the place where it is known that Ravana had handed the Shivalingam to Lord Vishnu, who had come there in the disguise of a Brahmin?

How To Reach Deoghar

Deoghar is synonymous to peace and spirituality! one of the sacred places of India for Hinduism, one can feel eternity while visiting the famous spiritual places, like Baidyanath Temple. Although it is a slightly offbeat destination, it can be accessed through diverse modes of transport. Here we bring you detailed information on how to reach Deoghar using these transportation modes.

Nearest Major City. Dhanbad
Nearest Airbase. Deoghar International Airport
Nearest Railway Station. Baidyanathdham Railway Station
Distance From Dhanbad. 81.3 Km

By Air

If you are planning a trip to Deoghar then you need to know that there is no direct flight connectivity to Deoghar. So, if you want to plan a flight then Deoghar International Airport in Sundari is the nearest airport available from Deoghar. Another airport that can be used to reach this destination is Loknayak Jaiprakash Narayan Airport. The airport is situated in Patna, Bihar which is approximately 255 kilometres away from Deoghar. The airport is served by renowned airline services.

Distance from Deoghar International Airport. 14 Km
Distance from Loknayak Jaiprakash Narayan Airport. 255 Km

Here is a list of Indian cities from where flights are available to Patna

By Train

Deoghar is quite well-connected to the rest of India via railways as well. The nearest railway station is Baidyanath Dham Railway Station. There are many regular train services, both the passenger as well as the express trains. For train routes, Baidyanath Junction is the primary station which serves the city of Deoghar.

Distance from Baidyanath Dham Railway Station. 900 meters

By Road

There are many regular bus services which are available to and fro the city of Deoghar. Apart from this, you can also take shared taxis for the same route.

Distance From Dhanbad. 81.3 Km
Distance From Patna. 202 Km
Distance From Bhagalpur. 88.8 Km
Distance From Asansol. 92.7 Km
Distance From Bokaro. 103.7 Km
Distance From Ranchi. 187.4 Km
Distance From Gaya. 176.7 Km
Distance From Delhi. 1350.3 Km
Distance From Mumbai. 2076.7 Km
Distance From Kolkata. 323.9 Km
Distance from Bengaluru. 2219 Km

Frequently Asked Questions About Deoghar

Ques 1. What makes Deoghar famous?

Ans 1. Deoghar is famous for Baidyanath Dham, dedicated to Lord Shiva that attracts a lot of pilgrims from all across the country. It is also one of the very few places that has both Jyotirlingas and Shakti Peethas together.

Ques 2. How many temples are there in Deoghar?

Ans 2. Deoghar has 22 temples, including Baba Baidyanath Dham. It is here where Jyotirlinga is worshipped.

Ques 3. Which is the best time to visit Deoghar?

Ans 3. If you are planning a trip to Deoghar, the best option to visit this place would be between October and March. During this time, the overall weather and temperature are very pleasant.

Ques 4. Which is the nearest major city to Deoghar?

Ans 4. The nearest major city to Deoghar is Dhanbad, located at 81.3 Km distance from Deoghar.

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