Deoghar Travel Guide – Overview, Attractions & Visiting Timings
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Deoghar is a major religious city located in the Deoghar district of Jharkhand and is one of the most sacred pilgrimage destinations in India. The city is famous for Baba Baidyanath Dham, which is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Every year during the month of Shravan, millions of devotees participate in the Shravani Mela and carry holy Ganga water from Sultanganj to offer at the temple. Deoghar is also considered a Shakti Peetha, as the temple of Maa Basukinath and other goddess shrines are nearby. The city is surrounded by low hills and forests, adding to its spiritual atmosphere. Deoghar has developed good facilities for pilgrims, including dharamshalas and hospitals. Apart from religious tourism, the city is also an educational and health center in the region. Deoghar reflects a strong blend of devotion, culture, and traditional town life.