Mata Vaishno Devi Temple - Yatra Guide, Pithu & Palki Pricing
Get ready for a spiritual journey to Vaishno Devi Temple. Get all essential details about the trek, travel tips, accommodation, and ticket pricing
Vaishno Devi Temple is the most prominent temple in India and this temple is considered the first choice of every Indian traveller. Every month lakhs of devotees come here to visit Mata Vaishno Devi Temple. If you want to visit then this information will be very helpful for you.
Mata Vaishno Devi Temple is located in the Katra district of Jammu. This temple is very popular because of its history. The credit for the popularity of Vaishno Devi temple also goes to Gulshan Kumar who made many songs on this temple in 1983 and promoted this temple a lot. Since then, lakhs of devotees have kept coming here till today.
Vaishno Devi Temple, Katra
Mata Vaishno Devi Temple is actually a cave. Which was founded by Mata Vaishno Devi in Dwaparyug. In the cave (The Main Bhawan), you will see three goddesses formed of stones called Mahakali, Mahalaxmi and Mahasaraswati as you can see in the image above. The other name of Vaishno Devi is Ramaa, Maniki, Trikuta, Sheravali, Vishnumaya, Vishnupriya, Jyotavali, Pahadavali, Jagdamba, Durga, Bhagavati and Lakshmi.
Earlier this cave was naturally very narrow which was getting closed with time. Today that cave has been closed to the public and a new cave has been constructed so that devotees do not face any problems in going there. The Archaeological Department says that the old or original cave is millions of years old, which has also been discussed in the Rigveda.
The height of Mata Vaishno Devi temple is 5,200 feet above sea level. In January, February and March you can see snow here and in August and September you see floods and landslides. To reach this height, you won't need any extra equipment. If you have any kind of disease, you should travel only after getting permission from your doctor.
There are many police stations for your protection. If you face any problem then you can call on Katra's helpline number 01991-232329, 9797477777. If you face any problem near Bhavan then you can call on the Bhavan helpline number 01991-282223.
If you are very confused about starting your journey then read our detailed guide on "How to start the journey of Vaishno Devi Temple?". This is very useful for first-time visitors.
How Does it Cost to Visit Vaishno Devi Temple?
Vaishno Devi Temple is one of the cheapest places in India. Here you can also get a hotel for 1000 rupees per night. Vaishno Devi Yatra for a couple will cost around 5000 rupees only after reaching Katra. This includes your hotel and food and drink. If you use any transportation to reach the Bhavan, then your expenses will increase.
Best Time to Visit Vaishno Devi Temple
You can visit Vaishno Devi Temple anytime. It never closes. But the best time to visit Vaishno Devi Temple is from October to March. You can also get the fun of snowfall here in January. Landslides keep happening here during the rainy season. So don't come during the rainy season.
FAQ
Why Vaishno Devi temple is famous?
Vaishno Devi temple is so popular because of its history. When you'll see in the main Bhavan three stoned bodies of Mata Vaishno Devi. Actually, That is Mata Vaishno Devi and she is doing penance in waiting for Kalki.
Who built the Mata Vaishno Devi Temple?
Earlier it was just a cave. Then in 1846, Maharaja Gulab Singh discovered this cave and got this temple constructed by donating five lakh rupees.
Where is the Vaishno Devi temple in India?
Vaishno Devi temple is located in Katra district in Jammu, India. The pin code of this location is 182301. The temple is located between the mountains of the Himalayas.
Which time is best for Vaishno Devi?
The Winter season is the best to visit the Vaishno Devi temple. October to March is the best month to roam here.
In the current time, Who is the Pandit in Vaishno Devi?
Pandit Shridhar and his descendants have been looking after and worshipping this temple since the 10th century. In the 10th century, Pandit Sridhar lived in the village Hansali of Trikuta mountain. And even today his descendants are staying here and looking after the Vaishno Devi temple.
