Around the Vaishno Devi Yatra
Temples
The Darshans inside the Holy Cave are in the form of natural rock formations called Pindies. There are no statues, pictures or idols inside. All along the track and at the Bhawan, there are many photographs explaining the nature of Darshans inside the Holy Cave. Yatries should observe these carefully since these are meant to guide them towards the final Darshans in the Holy Cave.
Mata Vaishno Devi Temple is a symbol of faith, devotion, and spiritual enlightenment for millions of devotees who undertake the sacred journey to seek the blessings of Mata Vaishno Devi. The Mata Vaishno Devi Temple, also known as the Vaishno Devi Shrine, is one of the most revered and popular Hindu pilgrimage sites in India.
The Vaishno Devi Temple is considered highly auspicious and spiritually fulfilling for Hindus. Devotees undertake the arduous journey to seek the blessings of Mata Vaishno Devi and to experience spiritual enlightenment.
The main shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi is located inside a cave known as the "Holy Cave" or "Garbhagriha." Pilgrims have darshan (sacred viewing) of the deity, who is represented in the form of three natural rock formations called "Pindis." These Pindis symbolize the three goddesses - Maha Kali, Maha Lakshmi, and Maha Saraswati.
Pindi Darshan, Three natural pindis representing Maa Saraswati, Maa Lakshmi and Maa Kaali
Waiting Hall, Maa Vaishno Devi Statue in Waiting hall area where people sit while Aarti
Old Entrance to Cave, Around 30 meters long, opens from January 15th to February each year
New Entrance to Cave, 200 meter long and devotees in queue prayer silently and pray for their wishes
Ram Mandir, After Pindi Darshan, take the glimpse of Ram Mandir with big statue of Maa Sita, Shri Ram and Laxman
Shiv Gufa, After pindis darshan, Devotees go downstairs 200 steps for Shiv Gufa Darshan. Its 300 ft down from Ram Mandir.
Devotees offer prayers, perform rituals, and make offerings such as flowers, coconuts, sweets, and incense at the temple as a sign of devotion and gratitude to Mata Vaishno Devi. The offerings are believed to bring blessings and fulfillment to the devotees.
Various festivals and special occasions are celebrated at the Vaishno Devi Temple throughout the year, including Navratri, Diwali, and the Vaishno Devi Jayanti. These festivals attract a large number of devotees who gather to participate in religious ceremonies and seek the blessings of Mata Vaishno Devi
Devotees visiting the Vaishno Devi Temple offer various types of offerings to seek the blessings of Mata Vaishno Devi and express their devotion. These offerings are made with reverence and gratitude towards the goddess.