Vaishno Devi is a popular Hindu pilgrimage site located in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir, India. The temple is dedicated to Vaishno Devi, also known as Vaishnavi or Mata Rani, who is a manifestation of the Hindu goddess Durga Mata. The temple is situated on the Trikuta hills and attracts millions of pilgrims every year.
To reach Vaishno Devi, pilgrims have to first reach Katra, which is the base camp for the yatra. Katra is well-connected to major cities in India, including Delhi, through air, road, and rail. From Katra, pilgrims have to trek or use pony or helicopter services to reach the temple.
During Navratri, the temple is decorated with special Navratri decorations, and aarti is performed daily. There are also many Vaishno Devi songs and bhajans that are sung during the yatra. The story of Vaishno Mata is also recited through the Vaishno Mata ki Katha. A popular stop on the Vaishno Devi yatra is Ardhkumari, which is believed to be the halfway point to the temple. Pilgrims take a halt here before continuing their journey to the temple.
Overall, Vaishno Devi is a significant pilgrimage site for Hindus, and the yatra is an important part of many people’s spiritual journeys.
Deepak Jha from Mann Ghumakkad takes you on a journey where you can experience the essence of our Vaishno Devi Mata. Do watch the full video for a better understanding.
वैष्णो देवी कटरा में स्थित हिंदुओं का प्रमुख धार्मिक स्थल है