To visit the holy shrine of mata vaishno devi, one has to reach katra; a small town situated around 41 kms. from jammu, katra serves as the base camp for the yatra is well connected to jammu and jammu, inturn, is well connected to the rest of the country by Air, rail and road.

The yatra beings at katra and pilgrims have to cover 13 kms. of terrain on foot to reach the holy shrine. One can trek up to shrine if fitness permits, otherwise pony/ palanquins/palki/house/doli/helicopter are also available. Obtain a yatra slip which is absolutely free but is necessary to commence the yatra.

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