Vaishno Devi Temple
The Vaishno Devi Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Vaishno Devi located in Katra at the Trikuta Mountains within the Indian Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
The Vaishno Devi Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Vaishno Devi located in Katra at the Trikuta Mountains within the Indian Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The temple is one of the 108 Shakti Peethas dedicated to Durga, who is worshipped as Vaishno Devi. Every year millions of visitors visit the temple. It is one of the most visited pilgrimage centers of India. Vaishno Devi Temple is one of the richest temples in India. Authors Michael Barnett and Janice Gross Stein says, "Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Jammu has an annual income of about $16 million, mainly from offerings by devotees".
The temple is sacred to all Hindus and Sikhs. Many prominent saints such as Guru Govind Singh and Vivekananda have visited the temple.
Things to Know Before Visiting Mata Vaishno Devi Temple
- A trek of 13 km takes one to Mata Vaishno Devi, however for those who are unable to walk, ponies are also available.
- A ropeway is constructed between Mata Vaishno Devi Cave and Bhairon Ghati.
- Alcohol is strictly ban in Katra and vegetarian food is available in the town.
- Cameras are not allowed on the trek, thus, one should leave them in their hotels.
- A yatra slip has to be obtained from Yatra Registration Counter near Bus Station in Katra. One is not allowed to visit Mata Vaishno Devi without the yatra slip.
- Confirm the rates of porters, palanquin, and ponies before hiring them.
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