Baidyanath Temple – Shravan Mela Festival Is One Of The Eminent Festival Celebrating In This Temple Every Year

BAIDYANATH JYOTIRLINGA TEMPLE

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Baidyanath Jyotirlinga temple is one of the famous temples in India. It is a Hindu temple located in Deoghar district, Jharkhand. This is also known as Baba dham and Baidyanath dham. This is of the 12 Jyothirlingas and it is considered a place of shelter for lord Shiva.

Vaidyanath is one of the 51 Shakti peethas, Hindu temples dedicated to Devi/Shakthi . Jyotirlinga of 'yoni peetham' is also considered as a Shakti peetha.

According to Shiva Purana, the demon Ravana, king of Lanka begged lord Mahadeva/Shiva and asked him to come back to Lanka. Lord Mahadeva/Shiva did not accept his prayer but gave him a Linga.

He said that the twelve symbols of the Jyothirlinga were so effective that there should not be a break in the journey and the linga should not be deposited anywhere on the earth. If the linga was put anywhere it would be fixed to that place and cannot be moved. Ravana accept this condition and started the journey.

Lord Vishnu appeared in front of Ravana in the form of a brahmin and talked to him. Unaware of Vidhnu's cunning, Ravana asked the brahmin to hold the Jyothirlinga for a minute.

Lord Vishu accepted it and Ravana relieved himself. When he came back, the jyothirlinga had disappeared.When he searched, he found it fixed to the earth. Out of frustration, he pressed it with his thumb and it got depressed and tilted slightly. This is the story behind the Linga of this famous Indian temple.

Baidyanath temple contains 21 other temples in its temple complex. The main shrine of Lord Shiva is in lotus shape and 72 feet tall. The presiding deity of this temple is Lord Vaidyanath or Baidyanath (Shiva) in the form of Lingam.

Each Jyotirlinga temples takes different manifestation of Lord Shiva and the idol of Lingam is considered as a presiding deity in every Jyotirlinga temples.Lingam represents the beginning less and endless, which symbolizes the infinite nature of Lord Shiva. 

Shravan Mela festival is the famous festival celebrated in this temple in the month July or August which attracts millions of devotees.

The devotees collect holy water of Ganges from Sultanganj which is nearly 117 kilo meters away from the temple.

The pilgrims from various parts of the world, carry the holy water in Kavadi and walk all the distance on bare foot, wearing saffron-dyed clothes and offer that holy water to the presiding deity of Baidyanath temple.

Mahashivaratri – February or March

The temple remains open from morning 04.00 am till evening 03.30 pm.

And in the evening from 06.00 pm till night 09.00 pm.

ByAir

Nearest Airports are Ranchi (385 kms) and Patna (270 kms). And Kolkata can be considered as the next nearest airport.

ByTrain

Nearest rail way station is Jasidih railway station, which is 7 Km from Vaidyanath temple. Jasidh is 311 Km from Howrah/Sealdah on Patna route.

ByRoad

Deoghar is reachable from Kolkata 373 km, Giridih 112 km, Patna 281 km, Dumka 67 km, Madhupur 57 km, Shimultala 53 km and other places. Regular buses are available from surrounding towns.

Hundru Falls - A Vacation To The Hundru Falls Will Always Be Cherished

HUNDRU FALLS

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Hundru Falls’ one of the most picturesque falls surrounding Ranchi.It is 45 kms from Ranchi on Ranchi-Purulia Road.The Swarnarekha river falls from a height of 320 feet making a wonderful scene known as Hundru falls. At the base of the fall a beautiful pool is formed which allows visitors to take a good bath, but with precautions.

During rainy season it takes a formidable form but in summer it turns in to an exciting picnic spot. The diverse shape of the rock adds splendour to the place, which has been shaped from the attrition by the frequent fall of water.

The picturesque grandeur of Hundru falls mesmerize the tourists, and fill their hearts with delight.People who spend their leisure time in Ranchi visit Hundru falls frequently. The place is also popular as one of the most admired trekking destinations in the state.

Therefore, adventure lovers visit Hundru falls frequently. In the rainy season, the falls flow down creating fearsome environment, but in summer, they serve as a thrilling picnic place. The magnificence, luxury and attractiveness of the falls are incomparable.

An English author, who wrote the 'Gazetteer of India' during British Empire, praised the place highly. He stated that the westerners would regard it as a place worth visiting even from remoteness. 

Tourists can also visit Hundru falls from Ranchi via Ormanjhi-Sikidiri route. Visit Hundru falls to explore the natural glory of Ranchi and enjoy the various adventure sports here.

A visit to the Hundru falls during Ranchi tours will always be cherished.the rocks of different shapes formed from the attrition by the frequent fall of water also add magnificence to the place and also offers trekking to the visitors.

By Air

There are regular flights from other major cities of the country to Ranchi.

By Train

Ranchi is well connected to other major cities of the country via regular trains. If you are traveling via car from Ranchi Railway Station and your destination is Hundru Falls then it would take approximately 0 hour(s) 39 min(s); for you to reach your destination.

By Bus

You can easily get regular buses to Ranchi from other major cities of the country. The road distance or driving distance between Ranchi Railway Station and Hundru Falls is 40 kms (25.00 miles). Please note that 1 mile is equivalent to 1600 m or 1.6 km.

Telengana Is Recognized As The 'Most Promising State Of The Year' By CNBC TV18

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CNBC TV18's 11th Indian Business Leader Awards (IBLA) program was organized in Delhi which was presided over by the Finance Minister Sri. Arun Jaitley and other Union cabinet members. The new state of Telangana received the ‘Most Promising State of the Year’ award for the first time ever. Sri. K .T. Rama Rao, Minister for IT and Industries of Telangana, received this award on behalf of Telangana Government.