Vaishno Devi Temple in Katra India
Katra can be safely called one of the holiest places in India for its proximity to the world-famous Mata Vaishno Devi temple. Located at the foot of the Trikuta Mountains, 48 kms away from Jammu, Katra is the usual pit-stop for the millions of pilgrims that pay a visit to the shrine every year. Katra itself has just its beautiful nature’s bounty to offer visitors. One could hardly ask for anything more. It is known as the Town of Temples owing to the several small and big temples that dot it across all areas.
Best Time to visit
In the months of April to May as well as October to September.
How to get there
By Air: Jammu is the closest national airport. Five helicopter services operate run from Katra to Vaishno Devi Mandir.
By Rail & Road: All trains halt at Jammu. Buses and taxis ply visitors between Jammu and Katra.
Map of Vaishno Devi Temple Katra India
Accommodation
Both luxury and budget accommodation is available in Katra. The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board and the J&K Tourism Development Corporation also offer lodging besides private hotels.
Hotel Asia Vaishno Devi
Hotel Basera
Hotel Kings
Hotel Malti Palace
Hotel Mahindra Palace
Hotel Mount View
Hotel Jai Maa Inn
Video on View from Vaishno Devi Temple
Places of Interest
Although the Vaishno Devi Mandir is the cynosure of all eyes, some of the following places are equally worth visiting while in Katra.
Aghar Jitto
Dera Baba Bando
Baba Dhansar
Shiv Khori
Food
Kashmiri cuisine as well as cuisine inspired by the styles prevalent in Himachal Pradesh can be found here.
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4 Sep, 2008 