The Divine Physician

Baba Baidyanath

The 8th Jyotirlinga and a powerful Shakti Peeth. Where Lord Shiva heals all ailments of the body and soul.

Deoghar, Jharkhand

Jyotirlinga & Shakti Peeth

Vaidyanath Temple is unique in the Hindu world. It is the only place where the **Jyotirlinga** (Shiva) and **Shakti Peeth** (Parvati's Heart) coexist.

Millions flock here, especially during the holy month of Shravan for the **Kanwar Yatra**, carrying holy Ganga water over 100km to offer to the Lord.

8th

Jyotirlinga

51st

Shakti Peeth

72ft

Height

Kanwar Yatra

The ultimate destination of the saffron-clad pilgrims.

Builder

Raja Puran Mal (16th Century)

Style

Nagara with Lotus Shikhara

Deity

Vaidyanath (The Healer)

Power

Curing Diseases

Timeline of Legend

Ravana's Penance

Ravana worshipped Shiva to take him to Lanka. Shiva gave him the Atmalinga on the condition it must not be placed on the ground.

The Installation

Deceived by the gods, Ravana placed the Lingam here. Unable to lift it again, it remained fixed as Vaidyanath.

16th Century CE

Raja Puran Mal of Gidhaur built the current main temple structure, showcasing intricate stone carvings.

Modern Era

The temple complex expanded. It is now a major pilgrimage center managed by the Shrine Board.

Architectural Marvel

Lotus Shikhara

The main spire is 72 feet high and features a unique lotus-shaped amalaka and three ascending gold vessels.

Swayambhu Lingam

The top of the Lingam is slightly broken, attributed to Ravana's attempt to uproot it.

Shakti Peeth Connection

The shrines of Shiva and Parvati are connected by red silken threads, symbolizing their eternal union.

Pilgrim Services

Darshan Timings

Morning	4:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Evening	6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
VIP Darshan	₹500 / Person
Shringar Puja	8:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Special Poojas

Rudrabhishek	Available Daily
Shodashopachar	Special Offering
Gathbandhan	₹500 (Union Ritual)
Jal Arpan	Free (General Queue)

VIP Pass

Kanwar Yatra

Accomodation

Jasidih Stn (7km)

Visual Journey

Grand Entrance

The main temple gate

Saffron Tide

Pilgrims during Shravan

Evening Aarti

Divine atmosphere

Official Resources

Board Website Book Darshan Jharkhand Tourism

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