🏔️ Vaishno Devi

Dedicated to Mata Vaishno Devi, this temple is located in the Trikuta Mountains. Pilgrims undertake a sacred trek as an act of devotion and faith.

History

Why people visit

• Inner strength and courage
• Fulfilment of wishes
• Emotional and spiritual healing

1️⃣ Arrival at Katra

• Base town for the Vaishno Devi Yatra

• Registration (Yatra Parchi) is mandatory

• Accommodation & preparation point

2️⃣ Katra to Bhawan (13 km trek)

Options to reach the shrine:

• On foot (traditional pilgrimage)

• Pony / Palki

• Battery-operated vehicles (to Ardhkuwari)

• Helicopter (Katra → Sanjichhat)

🕍 Key Stops During the Yatra

🔹 Banganga

• Sacred river where Mata rested

• Devotees take a holy dip

• Spiritual starting point

🔹 Charan Paduka

• Believed to have Mata’s footprints

• Scenic and devotional stop

🔹 Ardhkuwari Cave

• Mata meditated here for 9 months

• Narrow cave passage symbolizes rebirth

• Highly significant spiritually

🔹 Sanjichhat

• Helipad location

• Panoramic Himalayan views

• Short walk to Bhawan

🔹 Bhawan (Main Shrine)

• Darshan of three pindis

• Deeply spiritual and emotional experience

• Chanting: “Jai Mata Di”

⛰️ Bhairon Nath Temple

• Located 2 km above Bhawan

• Yatra is considered incomplete without Bhairon Nath darshan

• Ropeway facility available

🛣️Guided Tour Vaishna Devi

The Vaishno Devi Yatra is one of India’s most revered Hindu pilgrimages, taking devotees to the holy cave temple of Mata Vaishno Devi on Trikuta Hills near Katra in Jammu & Kashmir, India. Millions of pilgrims visit every year.