The tour packages combine and takes you to the ancient cities of Jyotirlinga and the main places associated with Lord Buddha, Sarnath and Bodhgaya. These are the places where Lord Shiva bestowed with his blessings whoever come under his domain. The twin Jyotirlinga darshan of Kashi and Deogarh has also been referred in ancient Hindu scriptures the temple of Kashi was destroyed multiple time by Mughals the latest temple was reconstructed by Maratha ruler Malhar Rao Holkar and on the other hand the Jyotirlinga temple of Deogarh is called Baba Baidyanath due to demon king Ravana worshipped Shiva here to get the boon that he later used to wreak havoc in the world. Besides this there are many attractions on the way while traveling from Deogarh to Bodhgaya these are places of great historical importance, Nalanda the ancient the most developed Nalanda University now a UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE, the Pawapuri Jal Mahal a Jain Teerth Sthal Pawapuri is the place of Mahavira‘s nirvana and a pilgrimage site for Jains. Rajgir the seat of great Buddha and Lord Mahavira both they taught their beliefs in Rajgir during 6th and 5th Century BC, Lord Buddha was welcomed here in Rajgir by King Bimbisara and it became the most favourite preaching locations.
The Sarnath was the place where lord Buddha gave first sermon after attaining enlightenment in Bodhgaya. And of course, the Bodhgaya is the most important place in the life of Bodhgaya here under the pipal tree he attained the enlightenment. The Mahabodhi temple is the place he found the truth about the life cycle, the cause of unhappiness. This is great UNESCO HERITAGE SITE now visited by monk and pilgrimage tourist from the corner of this globe.
What to Expect
The land of Buddha, Jainish and Hinduism is what the package offers. The short duration packages cover two of the 12 Jyotirlinga of Kashi and Deogarh, the preaching and enlightenment place of Lord Buddha and the Nirvana of Lord Mahavira at Pawapuri. The other attractions includes visiting of Vishnupad ancient temple of Gaya, The Tirkut Hills of Deogarh, baba Basukinath Temple and the great ancient university of Nalanda, the Rajgir Shanti Stupa by ropeway.
In Rajgir you can glass skywalk at Rajgir and even you can Zipline and do trekking to the places like Jain Path of 8 kms which will take you to multiple temples, stupas and palaces of worship to Jain religion. Trek to Gridhrakuta-Sugarakhata cave-Ashoka’s Stupa, Saptparni caves etc.
Kashi Vishwanath Temple Timings:
Dress code:
Although there is no prescribed strict dress code for entering the Kashi Vishwanath Temple premises, it is advised to wear decent clothes to visit the shrine. Shorts and miniskirts are generally not encouraged.
Kashi Vishwanath Temple Sevas and Poojas:
The below Sevas are performed between 4 AM to 6 PM: (Subject to change)
Rudrabhishek – The Pooja is dedicated to Lord Shiva who is worshiped as fire or Rudra. The puja wipes out all sins and purifies the atmosphere. It also removes all sorts of planetary related ill-occurrences. The Mondays of the month, as well as the Pradosham days, are considered as ideal for performing the Pooja.
Maharudrabhishek – In the Abhishek, recitations of Rigveda, Samveda, Yajurveda and Atharva Veda is done in front of the deities of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
Laghurudrabhishek – This Abhishek is done to resolve issues related to health and wealth. It is also done to remove the bad effects of planets in the horoscope.
Shravan Somvar Pooja – The Mondays of the month of Shravan (July – August) are considered highly auspicious for worshiping Lord Shiva. Devotees observe Somvar Vrat during the Shravan month and perform Poojas in their homes. The articles used for the worship are Bilva leaves, white flowers, water, honey, and milk. The charges for the Seva are Rs. 6251.
Lakh Vilvarchana – This Archana is performed by offering a lakh Bilva leaves to the Linga of the God.
Upon arrival at Varanasi Railway station/Airport/Deen Dayal Upadhya junction, you will be picked up and transfer to Varanasi hotel. Upon arrival hotel check-in and later visit to the main and ancient temple of Kashi, Kashi Vishwanath Temple one of the 12 Jyotirlinga Temple also visit Annapurna Devi Mandir. Time for Ganga Aarti and boating on River Ganges at Dashashwamedha Ghat. Overnight stay at Varanasi Hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel Padmini International /Similar
In the morning take early morning boat ride during sunrise and witness the Ghats of Varanasi Hindu performing rituals etc. Option of visiting Vishwanath Jyotirlinga darshan for Abhishekham and proceed for remaining sightseeing of Varanasi and sightseeing of Banaras Hindu University, Bharat Mata Mandir. Post afternoon proceed to Sarnath visit to ASI oldest museum where you can see the findings of excavations at site of Sarnath and have about 6,871 sculptures and artefacts the primary of them is Lion Capital of Ashoka and Bala Bodhisattava. Overnight stay at hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel Padmini International /Similar
After breakfast leave for Deogarh Baidhyanath. Upon arrival check into the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel near to baba Baidhyanath Dham.
Accommodation: Hotel Ekta International/Similar
In the early morning around 5 Am visit to Baba Baidhyanath Jyotirlinga we can provide assistance of Pujari ji if requested. Return to the hotel breakfast and leave for Baba Basukinath Darshan and later we will explore the other versatile attractions of Deogarh cover the Tirkut Hills by Ropeway (subject to operational), Tapovan Hills and not so easy through boulders reach to Hanuman Ji Temple tie Dagha and return to the temple have darshan and proceed to Deogarh visit to Naulakha Temple -the temple was built 100 years ago with a cost of 9 lakhs hence is known as Naulakha Temple. Return to your hotel for night stay.
Accommodation: Hotel Ekta International/Similar
After an early breakfast leave for Bodhgaya en route covering Pawapuri, Nalanda and Rajgir and Dungeshwari Temple and Hills Cave. The caves in Dungeshwari Hills are said to have protected Lord Buddha before he descended to Bodh Gaya. Before descending to the sacred town of Bodh Gaya, it is believed that this is the same cave (also called the Mahakala Caves), which protected Lord Buddha for six years, before he travelled to Bodh Gaya for attaining enlightenment These caves now house several temples which are widely visited by pilgrims who follow the trail of Lord Buddha’s journey. Upon arrival hotel check in. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel Om International/Similar
After breakfast leave for Vishnupad Temple located nearto Phalugu dry river for Ritual Pind Daan Puja. Later return to Bodhgaya and visit to Mahabodhi Temple, ASI Museum of Gaya visit to Sujata Village where Lord Buddha was fed Kheer by milkmaid from the village of Bakraur sitting under the Banyan Tree thus ending the fasting of seven years. A Sujata Stupa or Sujata Garh as the local people called it is located here. Overnight stay at hotel in Bodhgaya.
Accommodation: Hotel Om International/Similar
After breakfast you will be transferred to Gaya Junction for onward journey.
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