Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine

తెలుగు: మాతా వైష్ణో దేవి పుణ్యక్షేత్రం हिन्दी: माता वैष्णो देवी श्राइन कटरा

🕉 Presiding Deity: Durga 📜 Tradition: Shakta

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About The Temple

Introduction & Sanctity

Revered holy cave shrine in Trikuta Hills at 5,200 feet elevation where Goddess manifested as three natural stone Pindies (Maha Kali, Maha Lakshmi, Maha Saraswati).

Temple Story

📜 Sthala Purana & Sacred Lore

Vaishnavi took form to eradicate adharma; pursued by Bhairon Nath, She assumed Chandi form and decapitated him atop the mountain.

Historical Significance

🏛️ History & Heritage

Maintained by the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) established in 1986 under the leadership of Governor Jagmohan.

Transit & Connectivity

🚗 How to Reach the Kshetra

🚆 Nearest Railway Station

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Railway Station (SVDK) (14 km trek)

✈️ Nearest Airport

Jammu Airport (50 km to Katra)

🚌 Nearest Bus Stand

Katra Bus Stand (13.5 km trek to Bhavan)

🛣️ Major Highway Route

NH-44 / Katra-Jammu Highway

🏛️ Devasthanam Administration

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB)

📞 Contact: +91 1991 232029

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Darshan timings and ritual schedules are subject to change during special festival days. Devotees are advised to confirm with temple authorities before planning visits.

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