Mata Vaishno Devi Devi Shakti Peetha
Mata Vaishno Devi is a Shakti Peetha located in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, India, where mahashakti-linked shrine of Devi Sati is believed to have fallen. The presiding goddess is Mata Vaishno Devi and the Bhairava is Bhairon Nath.
Bhairon Nath • Mahashakti-linked Shrine • Katra, Jammu and Kashmir • India
Last verified by Sanjeet Kumar on 2026-04-19 • Reviewed by Pandit Review Desk
Today's status
Quick facts
- Devi
- Mata Vaishno Devi
- Bhairava
- Bhairon Nath
- Body part
- Mahashakti-linked Shrine
- Location
- Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, India
- Darshan
- 24 hours - 24 hours
- Last verified
- 2026-04-19
Legend and significance
Vaishno Devi is one of India's highest-footfall Shakti pilgrimage sites and is integrated into modern yatra logistics through controlled route management, registration systems, and multi-mode access. It is presented here as Mahashakti-linked for practical pilgrim planning.
The shrine's strength lies in highly operationalized pilgrimage pathways that support both devotion and safety across weather windows.
This page connects high-intent pilgrimage traffic to route planning, timings, and seva pathways.
Location and how to reach
- Nearest airport: Jammu Airport
- Nearest railway: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra
- From Jammu: 50 km (1.5 hours)
- Battery cars, pony, palki, and helicopter options are available seasonally.
Darshan timings
24 hours - 24 hours. Intermittent maintenance closures may apply.
Dress code: Warm layered clothing for night yatra and winter months. • Entry fee: Yatra registration required; darshan itself is not ticketed.
VIP darshan: Available (Shrine board policy applies)
Festivals
Navratri
Primary seasonal pilgrimage peaks at Katra and Bhawan.
Current year: Usually in March/September
Festival started 84 days ago.
Where to stay
Stay options range from budget dharamshalas to city hotels near Katra. Confirm seasonal pricing before peak festival dates.
Nearby Peethas
- Chamunda Devi
Kangra, Himachal Pradesh • approx 157 km
- Jwala Ji
Kangra, Himachal Pradesh • approx 182 km
- Chhinnamastika
Una, Himachal Pradesh • approx 201 km
Plan your visit
Use Daanyam for sankalp-based seva planning, donation pathways, and guided yatra combinations.
FAQs
Can senior citizens complete this yatra?
Yes, with pony, palki, or battery-car options where available.
Is yatra open throughout the year?
Yes, but weather and crowd intensity vary significantly.
Is this included in Shakti Peetha planning?
It is marked as Mahashakti-linked and can be toggled per canonical policy.
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