In which city is Baidyanath Dham?
Also called as Baba Dham, Baidyanath is another temple of the twelve Jyotirlinga and is believed to have immense healing powers. This holy shrine is located in Deoghar, a city in the state of Jharkhand, India. According to legend, Ravana himself worshipped here, offering his ten heads to Shiva in penance. Pretty amazing, right? During Savan millions of Kanwariyas undertake a challenging yatra, carrying holy Ganga water from Sultanganj for hundreds of miles just to pour over the lingam. No wonder why it is one the most visited Mahadev Temple in India.
Every year, during the month of Shravan (July-August), millions of devotees from across India come to Deoghar to offer water from the Ganges River to Lord Shiva. Many pilgrims walk barefoot for hundreds of kilometers to show their devotion. The temple complex includes the main shrine and 21 other temples, making it a major religious destination.
The atmosphere is charged with chants, devotion, and the unshakable belief of pilgrims that Mahadev heals all wounds. Visiting Baidyanath Dham is like once in an lifetime experience to remember all your life.