Located in Trikuta hills, 13 km from Katra at the height of 1560 m above sea level with intense clouds and thinning air, this town is the holy cavern temple of Mata Vaishnodevi, with spirituality and vibrancy remaining in the environment.

Revered and extremely believed in, thousands of Pilgrims go to each year to look for blessings and show unflinching faith in this temple. Vaishno Devi is a religious trekking destination where pilgrims stroll about 13 km uphill to reach the little caverns which is amongst one of the 108 Shakti Peetha. Vaishno Devi, likewise understood as Mata Rani is a manifestation of Durga, a Goddess according to Hindu mythology.

The whole 13 km route is quite wide and tiled. Consuming water has been made offered all along the route, with water coolers and storage facilities. Public energies with automated flushing systems along the track and at the Bhawan have actually been assisted in.

After 6 km. of travelling, you will reach Ardh Kuwari, the holy cavern where Mata practiced meditation for 9 months. After 9.5 km., you will reach Sanji Chhat where you can rest for a long time. Accommodation is also available at this place. Bhawan is simply 3.5 km. away.

On reaching Bhawan, reveal your Yatra Slip at the Registration Office and get the Batch no. supplied on the slip. This number is necessary as it will determine your location in the line for darshan. On reaching Bhawan, have a bath and alter your clothes. Be sure to get your baggage and leather items reserved in the cloak spaces and acquire the receipt. Schedule the belongings independently and get the receipt. You can also get blankets on refundable deposit for Rs.100/ Blanket. Purchase Prasad, Chunri and Coconuts from the shops situated at the entrance of the Bhawan.

Vaishno Devi is a religious trekking destination where pilgrims walk about 13 km uphill to reach the little caverns which is among one of the 108 Shakti Peetha. The entire 13 km route is tiled and rather broad. After 6 km. Bhawan is just 3.5 km. On reaching Bhawan, show your Yatra Slip at the Registration Office and acquire the Batch no.

Accommodation 

At Katra, personal hotels, dharamshalas and government lodging are likewise available. The lodging provided by the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) is of 3 types - complimentary accommodation, leased rooms, and rented dormitories. Rented rooms/dormitories are available to the pilgrims versus advance reservation.

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