Garhwal To Vaishno Devi

Vaishno Devi - true heaven on Earth!

Post by HimanshuG | Delhi | May 31, 2006

The base is Katra, which is 3 hours from Jammu town. Jammu is well connected with the rest of the country by train and flight. Night buses from North India, esp Delhi ply regularly as do tourist buses. It is quite some distance from Delhi, and the traffic can get chaotic in katra, so it can be a pain for those who'd wish to drive up. The trip wouldn't be complete if one doesnt check out Patnitop or Jammu as well. Lastly, time your ascent. Lucky ones may get the 2 hour aarti, while others may get stuck waiting for it to finish - and it does snow there at times in winter!!

Chalo bulawa aaya hai

Post by pssaini | Bangalore | Jan 4, 2008

Keep light woolens handy in summers and heavy ones for winters. The temperature really drops during nights be prepared. Do not trust touts and agents. Try avoiding shopping at private shops. Visit govt run J&K handloom showrooms. Avoid peak summer months and Navratras. Try visiting in winters which is off-season, relatively peaceful and very clean.