The temple also houses a rare artifact called the 'Panchasula,' which comprises five knives arranged in the shape of a trident. The lingam inside the temple is cylindrical, approximately 5 inches in diameter, and rests on a large basalt slab, about 4 inches from its center. Devotees hold a special reverence for the Jyotirlinga, as they believe that Lord Shiva first manifested himself as a Jyotirlinga on the night of Aridra Nakshatra.
Jyotirlingas represent the formless and supreme reality of Lord Shiva, from which he manifests partially. These temples are revered as the places where Lord Shiva appeared as a fiery pillar of light.
The architecture of Baidyanath Jyotirlinga Temple showcases a blend of ancient and modern styles, with the temple resembling a lotus and standing at a height of 72 feet. The temple faces eastward and is believed to have been constructed by Lord Vishwakarma. Alongside the main Baidyanath Temple, the complex features 22 other shrines dedicated to various deities. The sanctum sanctorum houses the consecrated Shivling, the central object of worship.
The major festivals celebrated at the temple are Maha Shivratri and Shravan Mela. During the month of Sawan, millions of devotees flock to Baba Baidyanath Temple. The temple is open for darshan from 4:00 am to 3:30 pm and from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm every day.
Nearby attractions around Baba Baidyanath Temple include:
Trikuta Parvat: Located around 10 km from Deoghar on the way to Dumka, Trikuta Parvat comprises three main peaks that rise to an elevation of approximately 2,470 feet.Naulakha Temple: Situated about 2 km from Baba Baidyanath Temple, this temple showcases architectural similarities to the Ramakrishna Temple in Belur. It houses beautiful idols of Radha and Krishna.
Satsang Ashram: A holy place where the followers of Sri Sri Thakur Anukulchandra gather for worship. The ashram premises also house a zoo and a museum.