Historical Sights and Heritage

Baidyanath Dham (Deoghar)

• One of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva in India.
• Dates back to ancient times and is linked to the legend of Ravana offering his nine heads to Lord Shiva.
• Architectural style: Nagara with a large central spire surrounded by smaller shrines.
• Major pilgrimage site for Shravani Mela (July–August).