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.Three natural pindis representing Maa Saraswati, Maa Lakshmi and Maa Kaali.
Maa Vaishno Devi Statue in Waiting hall area where people sit while Aarti
Around 30 meters long, opens from January 15th to February each year
Its around 200 meter long and devotees in queue prayer silently and pray for their wishes
After Pindi Darshan, take the glimpse of Ram Mandir with big statue of Maa Sita, Shri Ram and Laxman.
After pindis darshan, Devotees go downstairs 200 steps for Shiv Gufa Darshan