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Vaishno Devi Travel Packages
Embark on a spiritual journey to the sacred shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi with Bhaktiroute Premium Tours. Our Vaishno Devi travel packages are designed to provide a hassle-free and memorable experience.
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Vaishno Devi Travel
The Vaishno Devi pilgrimage involves a climb of approximately 5,000 steps from Katra to the Bhawan (Vaishno Devi temple). The total distance of the trek from Katra is about 13 km. While the journey can be done on foot, ponies
The Atka Aarti in Vaishno Devi is a special prayer and ritual performed at the Vaishno Devi shrine, specifically in front of the holy cave. It is a significant spiritual event where devotees can connect with Mata Vaishno Devi through a lengthy aarti ceremony involving shlokas, mantras, and devotional songs
Helipad lies 2 km from Katra bus stand, autos or taxis are available to reach the helipad. The 5-8-minute flight from Katra takes tourists to Sanjichaat, from there the walk till the Bhawan is around 2.5 km long and takes approx. 30 minutes
The battery car service at Vaishno Devi, operating between Ardhkuwari and Bhawan, costs ₹450 per person for a one-way trip from Ardhkuwari to Bhawan and ₹300 per person for the return journey from Bhawan to Ardhkuwari. These fares are effective from June 1, 2024. Children up to 5 years old can travel for free, with a maximum of two infants or children allowed per ticket
To obtain a VIP darshan at Vaishno Devi, you can consider a few options. You can purchase the VIP darshan ticket online or through the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board website. Additionally, you can explore helicopter travel packages, which often include VIP darshan as part of the package
A pilgrimage to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Ji is considered as one of the holiest pilgrimages for Hindus. This temple is popular worldwide as it is believed that “Moonh Maangi Muradein Poori Karne Wali Mata”, the deity here, fulfils whatever her believers wish for.
Vaishno Devi (also known as Mata Rani, Trikuta, Ambe and Vaishnavi) is a manifestation of the Hindu mother goddess. She is worshipped as a combined avatar of the goddesses Mahakali, Mahalakshmi, and Mahasarasvati.
The Vaishno Devi shrine website and other sources indicate that there are three caves associated with the shrine. There's the original, natural cave, which is often closed due to safety concerns, and two newer, constructed caves used for entry and exit to accommodate the large number of pilgrims. One of the newer caves serves as the main path for pilgrims, while the other is for exit.
Various Puranas such as Srimad Devi Bhagavatam state the existence of a varying number of 51, 52, 64 and 108 Shakta pithas of which 18 are named as Astadasha Maha (major) in medieval Hindu texts. Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Temple is one of the 64 and 108 Maha (Major) Shakta pithas and is also the most visited among all.
For helicopter rides to Vaishno Devi, Himalayan Heli and Global Vectra are popular and reputable choices, as they are the Shrine Board-authorized companies operating shuttle services from Katra to Sanjichhat. Both companies offer convenient and affordable options for reaching the shrine
Certain items and behaviors are prohibited during the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage to maintain the sanctity of the temple and ensure the safety of all pilgrims. These include items like alcohol, meat, tobacco products, flammable substances, sharp objects (beyond certain points), and weapons. Additionally, loud noises, vulgar language, and offensive gestures are discouraged, as are activities like smoking, spitting, littering, and playing cards.
Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board :: Holy Shrine :: Bhaint, Prasad & Offerings. The traditional offerings to Mata include Chunri (a red coloured drape), Saries, Cholas, Silver or Gold ornaments, Dry Fruits, Flowers etc. No sweets, sweet dishes, food stuffs etc.