Frequently Asked Questions about Shri Mata Vaishno Devi, Katra
We have answered some of the most common queries we get from our customers about Delhi to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi, Katra tour and packages.
- What is the best time to visit Shri Vaishno Devi temple?
One can visit the temple at any time of the year as the temple remains open throughout. The shrine is mostly crowded around Navratri as devotees come to seek blessings from Mata.
- What is the distance between Delhi and Shri Vaishno Devi temple?
The temple can be reached by starting the trek journey from the base camp at Katra. Katra, 653 kms away from Delhi, which when covered directly by road can make up for a drive of almost 12-14 hours.
- What activities can be done during the Vaishno Devi yatra?
One can indulge in enchanting jaikaras throughout the trek journey. Devotees perform the tradition of offering red chunris, dry fruits, coconut and ornaments to the Goddess.
- Why is Shri Vaishno Devi temple so popular among devotees?
As a belief, the temple is enormously known as the pilgrim place where the Goddess herself sends a call to her devotees to come visit her. Without her call or bulawa no one can visit her shrine. It is also a popular pilgrimage temple where all your sorrows end and wishes come true.
- Is an entry fee required to visit Shri Vaishno Devi temple?
No entry fee as such is required to visit the temple. Anyone can seek blessings without getting charged, however, the temple is open to any kind of donations for its maintenance and for carrying out various festivities.
- What are the timings of darshan at the Vaishno Devi temple?
The temple remains open from early morning till noon and later from evening till night. However, the temple premises remain shut from 12 noon to 4 pm in the evening.
- What is the significance of Shri Vaishno Devi temple?
The temple is believed to be the abode of Ma Vaishno where she hid herself for months after being chased by Bhairav Nath. It is where she beheaded him and manifested herself in the form of three pindies which can be witnessed till date in the temple.
- What are the daily rituals performed at Shri Vaishno Devi temple?
The daily rituals performed at the temple are meticulous and significant. These include special aartis in the morning as well as evening, where devotees can witness the aarti darshan.
- Is photography allowed inside the Vaishno Devi temple?
Photography is strictly prohibited inside the temple. However, one can do so throughout the long trek journey but inside the temple only live darshan is allowed.
- Which other places can one visit during the Vaishno Devi yatra?
During the Vaishno Devi yatra, one can visit the Bhairav Nath temple and the Ardhkuwari temple. One can also go on to explore Jammu as well as the base camp of Katra. Jammu offers a lot of places for tourist attraction.