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Perched atop the Trikuta Mountains in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, the Vaishno Devi Mandir is one of the most revered Hindu pilgrimage sites in the country. Dedicated to the Hindu goddess Vaishno Devi, also known as Mata Rani or Vaishnavi, this sacred temple draws millions of devotees each year who come to seek the blessings of the divine mother.

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Ardhkuwari, located along the sacred pilgrimage route from Katra to Vaishno Devi in Jammu and Kashmir, holds immense religious significance for devotees undertaking the arduous trek to the holy shrine. The 52ft long Ardhkuwari is also known as Garbajoon Cave, as the shape of the cave resembles a mother's womb. This revered site serves as a pivotal landmark along the pilgrimage trail, offering pilgrims a place of rest, reflection, and spiritual rejuvenation.

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Vaishno Devi Yatra from Katra is one of the most popular pilgrimages in the world. The starting point of the 13km yatra is Banganga, 1.5-2 km from Katra main city. It concludes at the Holy Cave (also known as Bhawan) with the darshan of Maa Vaishno Devi. The trek can be undertaken on a pony, pithoo (coolies), palki (palanquin), or foot. Helicopter service and ropeway also operate regularly.

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The Bhairavnath Temple, located near the sacred shrine of Vaishno Devi in Katra, Jammu, holds significant spiritual and mythological importance in Hinduism. Perched atop the Bhairavnath Hill, approximately 1.5 kilometers from the Vaishno Devi cave, this temple is dedicated to Bhairavnath, a manifestation of Lord Shiva.

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Helicopter for Vaishno Devi yatra is available from Katra to Sanjhichatt. 5-6 passengers can be accommodated at a time while the flight takes approximate 8 minutes. The Katra helipad is at Udhampur Road, 2km from Bus Stand Katra. From the Sanjhichatt helipad, it takes a 30-minute hike to reach the Vaishno Devi Bhawan. Ponies, Palkis and Porter services are also available.

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Dere Baba Banda is a 300-year old Gurudwara and a major pilgrimage points for Sikhs. It is renowned for housing the ashes of Baba Banda Bahadur who was the commanding soldier of Guru Gobind Singh's army. The Gurudwara also houses his arrow and a huge sword used by him during wars.

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Vaishno Devi Ropeway connects Vaishno Devi Mandir to Bhairon Nath Mandir. The panoramic aerial view of Bhairo Valley from the ropeway is stunning. The ropeway ticket is priced at INR 100 per person. The timinig is 8AM - 5PM.

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Shopping is mainly done by pilgrims, which includes Prasad, saris and shawls which are offered to the goddess. Gold and silver coins embossed with the images of the goddess are also sold here. The Katra Main Bazaar is the main shopping area.